In the spring, homeowners are doing everything they can to improve their indoor air quality. As a reprieve from the pollen-filled outside world, it’s important for residents to breathe easily inside. One of the easiest ways to do this is to change your furnace filter every three months. Below are a few ways this simple maintenance task benefits your home and heating system.

3 Benefits of Replacing a Furnace Filter

1. Prolong the Life Span of Your Unit

Furnace filters are designed to screen and collect airborne contaminants, such as dirt and allergens, to prevent them from entering your heating and cooling system. Once the filters become too dirty, they’re no longer capable of performing this function. As a result, the dust builds up on the internal components, which puts more wear on your system and leads to premature failure.

2. Improve Indoor Air Quality

Trapping dust and allergens also prevents them from contaminating your indoor air supply. When particles such as dust, pet dander, and pollen circulate through your home, this can exacerbate allergy symptoms, such as wheezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. It can also trigger respiratory conditions like asthma.

3. Save Money on Utilities

In addition to straining your unit, a dirty filter also forces your HVAC system to consume more energy getting air to circulate through the vents around your home. As a result, this reduces the efficiency of your system and causes your monthly utility bills to skyrocket. 

When it’s time to hire an HVAC technician for a routine inspection, turn to the team at Inner City Trades. For nearly 20 years, they’ve provided comprehensive plumbing and HVAC solutions to residential and commercial customers throughout South Central Kentucky. From leak repairs and bathroom remodeling to HVAC maintenance and furnace installation, you can count on their technicians for fast, reliable work. Call (606) 678-9663 to schedule an appointment, and visit their website to learn more about their services.