{"id":1614,"date":"2025-02-03T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-03T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=1614"},"modified":"2025-01-29T19:58:30","modified_gmt":"2025-01-30T00:58:30","slug":"its-that-time-a-reminder-to-change-your-air-filter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/heating-service\/its-that-time-a-reminder-to-change-your-air-filter\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s That Time! A Reminder to Change Your Air Filter"},"content":{"rendered":"
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We always emphasize the importance of having annual, professional maintenance performed on your\u00a0heating system in Cedar Grove, NJ<\/a>. We also warn customers against DIY maintenance or repair, as this can injure you, damage your equipment, and void your warranty. However, you should regularly change <\/span>the air filter to protect your heating system. Here\u2019s everything you need to know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Yes, Furnaces Have Air Filters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re not talking about an air filtration system for your home, to reduce germs and other particles and improve your indoor air quality. No, we\u2019re just talking about a simple component of your furnace. It\u2019s there to catch dust and grit before it can make its way into all the small and precise moving parts of the heating system itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If all that mess got into your furnace, it would blanket everything in an insulating coat of dust and grime. Friction between components and overheating from essentially wearing a fuzzy sweater would be the result. But if you let the filter get too clogged and dirty, it will prevent airflow. That can also cause overheating, system shutdowns, short cycling, wear and tear, and wasted energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Often to Change the Air Filter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most manufacturers recommend changing furnace air filters monthly. This is a good baseline to keep in mind. During seasons of light furnace use, such as spring and fall, the filter might not need to be changed quite as often. However, if your home has extra dust (renovations, deep cleaning, nearby construction, shedding pets), you should check the air filter more often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Change the Air Filter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first thing to do is turn off the furnace. Next, you need to know where to find the filter. It\u2019s usually located in the blower compartment, which you can access through a panel door. Sometimes, you\u2019ll find it where the air return duct connects with the furnace, often on the lower right. If you\u2019re struggling, consult your owner\u2019s manual or reach out to us with your questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To change out a disposable filter, simply slide the old one out, slide the new one in, and turn the furnace back on. You\u2019re done! If you\u2019ve got a reusable filter, it can be washed with water. Make sure it dries completely before you put it back in place. Again, turn the furnace back on, and you\u2019re done. One tiny reminder: if there\u2019s an arrow on the filter, make sure it\u2019s pointing in the same direction as the airflow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re Here to Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you have any concerns about your air filter, how to clean a reusable filter properly, or what replacement filters you should purchase? Or perhaps a different question about your heating system? Don\u2019t hesitate to get the help you need. We\u2019re always happy to hear from you!
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Contact MarGo Plumbing Heating Cooling Inc. today<\/strong><\/a> to schedule an appointment or ask any questions about your HVAC system!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

But there is something you should regularly do yourself to protect your heating system: change the air filter. Here\u2019s everything you need to know.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[76],"tags":[87,6],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1614"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1614"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1614\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1617,"href":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1614\/revisions\/1617"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1614"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1614"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1614"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}