{"id":3266,"date":"2019-04-30T03:42:34","date_gmt":"2019-04-30T07:42:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hbmcclure.com\/hbhome\/blog\/why-changing-your-ac-filters-is-so-important\/"},"modified":"2025-02-04T15:31:48","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T19:31:48","slug":"why-changing-your-ac-filters-is-so-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hbmcclure.com\/hbhome\/blog\/why-changing-your-ac-filters-is-so-important\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Changing Your AC Filters Is so Important"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Waiting too long to change their AC filters may be the most common mistake homeowners make when it comes to staying cool. It&#8217;s easy to forget about them. We&#8217;ve all done it, but ignoring your AC filters on a regular basis invites increased expenses in the short term and problems over the long run.<\/p>\n<h2>DOE and EPA Recommendations<\/h2>\n<p>The DOE and EPA may approach this topic from different perspectives, but they have arrived at similar conclusions. The rule of thumb is that you should change your AC filters at least every three months, and if you do not, you can increase your energy consumption by as much as 15 percent. That is a substantial additional amount to pay in utility bills over the course of an entire summer.<\/p>\n<h2>More Maintenance and Higher Failure Rates<\/h2>\n<p>At HB Home Service Team in Harrisburg, we warn our clients that the problem is actually much bigger than merely an increase to the monthly energy bill. Efficiency can decrease significantly because the equipment is actually working harder. That requires more maintenance and drastically increases the likelihood of a problem or even an outright failure occurring.<\/p>\n<h2>Poorer Indoor Air Quality<\/h2>\n<p>Indoor air quality is worth mentioning as well. Dust contains pollutants that can be released into the air you breathe. Dirty filters do not trap dust as effectively as they should. Some of it gets through and settles into the ductwork. From there, it contaminates other aspects of your system and areas of your home.<\/p>\n<h2>How Often Should You Change Your Filters?<\/h2>\n<p>Monitor your AC filters. If they get dirty faster than every three months, replace them more frequently. If you are prone to forget or you prefer not to be bothered, consider arranging a <a href=\"https:\/\/hbmcclure.com\/hbhome\/gold-shield-memberships\">maintenance plan<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Staying Cool Doesn&#8217;t Have to Cost a Lot<\/h2>\n<p>HB Home Service Team wants to help you stay cool in an affordable way. In addition to cooling assistance, we offer many other services. These extend to <a href=\"\/residential-heating-systems\/\">heating<\/a>, plumbing, water purification, backup generators and much more.<\/p>\n<p>Call us today to learn more about how we can serve your needs and help you save.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Waiting too long to change their AC filters may be the most common mistake homeowners make when it comes to staying cool. It&#8217;s easy to forget about them. 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