Air Quality Blogs

An essential component of your air conditioner is the air filtration system. Air filters are often disregarded, even though they play an important role in one’s health. The air contains a number of particles that might be harmful for your day-to-day activities. Because of this, it is recommended that you change your air filter monthly. However, when replacing your air filter, it is important to know how many air filters you have at home as well as the size of your air filters. The size you need should be in your HVAC system’s manual, but you can also check with the manufacturer. First Things First Before you can change your air filter, you must first purchase the replacement filter. Because of all the many choices of filters, it can be overwhelming. The easiest way to choose your air filter is to remove the current one and take it to your nearest hardware store. Ask a customer service rep to help you find a replacement so you are sure to get the correct size. The hardstore clerk can help you make an informed decision. Once you have completed this task, you are ready to replace the air filter. Below are the steps to get your filtration system back on line! Steps To Changing The Filter Follow these steps carefully to change your filter:

Ductwork is the pathway in which your home’s air is filtered. The dirt and debris on your air filters can get into your ductwork and circulated into your home, making your air unclean and hazardous to your family’s health. If you are finding that dust is piling up on surfaces even after cleaning day, chances are it’s time to clean your ductwork. Find out some reasons you will want to hire a professional to take care of your ductwork. Increase The Airflow Dirty ductwork will cause particles to block vents and reduce the amount of air going through the network, especially debris like pet fur. This causes your system to work harder and become strained, while filtering less air. Strains on your system will increase your monthly bills as well. If your HVAC system is working harder than usual and your utility bills have been increasing, it is time to look to getting your air ducts cleaned. Get Rid Of Funky Smells Experiencing some musty smells? That may get swept up into your duct network, particularly smells like smoke, pet odors, paint fumes, and foods. Strong smells can linger throughout your HVAC system, delivering odors to different parts of the home. By servicing the ductwork and having it professionally cleaned, offensive smells and odors would be eliminated. Then you will be able to have company over without any worries! Besides that, your family will actually want to spend time at home because the air smells clean and refreshing.

Air filters prevent dust and dirt from coming inside your home. They trap or remove the pollutants from the air so we can breathe fresh, clean air. However, once these filters are covered in heavy dust buildup, they will cause respiratory problems. It is important that we change our filters at least every two to three months to avoid any health complications and system havoc. But what kind of air filter is best for your home?   Where Will You Place Your Air Filters? Before you purchase an air filter, consider the place where you’ll be putting it. Will you place it on your ceiling or is it between the HVAC system and return duct? There are different types of filters for each designated place. Make sure to ask your HVAC technician what kind of air filter you should purchase for that certain location.   What Size Is Appropriate? There is a wide range of air filter sizes. They can vary from thickness, height, and width. You can take the dimensions of the old air filters that you are about to dispose of before you buy your new filters. This should give you an idea what air filter size to look for in the market. Aside from that, your filters must be a perfect fit for the place where it will be attached. If it is too loose, air pollutants can still get through your HVAC system or your home. The installation becomes useless.  

Your home's comfort depends on an air blower that functions as it should. If you are presently faced with air blower problems, this troubleshooting guide may help you to diagnose the problem.  How you go about troubleshooting depends on the symptoms your air blower is exhibiting. Here is a look at some of the more common problems that you can have:     Your Air Blower Will Not Start Up In other words, flipping the switch does not do anything. This is a common problem in homes that have old units. In most cases, it will be easy to solve.  Try the following: