Borg™ BORGT300RC Remote Control This item is currently not available online.If you’re a first-time owner of a home with a forced-air furnace, you might not realize there’s a filter in there that needs changing. And even if you do, you might not know it needs to be replaced every few months to keep your furnace running at peak efficiency—and to help prevent pollutants from entering your living space. Fortunately, replacing a furnace filter is a pretty simple task, once you know what you’re doing. There are ways to botch the job, however, for example by buying the wrong furnace filter or putting it in backwards, which could block the flow of air instead of cleaning it. Here’s how to do the job properly in three simple steps. What kind of filter do you have? Start by turning off the furnace. Remove the existing furnace filter, which will be located inside the furnace or inside the return air vent. Look for an arrow on the filter indicating airflow direction.

Using a permanent marker, draw the airflow direction on the outside of the furnace, so you'll always know the right way to install the filter. Then note the furnace filter size, which will be printed on the cardboard frame.A filter that has a plastic frame is a reusable model. That means you have clean it only periodically with a vacuum and water, ideally outdoors. Let it dry completely before reinserting. Get the right replacement. Furnace filters are sold at home centers, hardware stores, and online. Disposable ones are typically 1 or 2 inches thick. Check our Ratings of furnace filters, also known as whole-house air filters, for a right-sized model that was effective at removing dust, pollen, and smoke when air passed through it at both high and low speeds. We also test thicker furnace filters, some up to 5 inches, and they often provide superior air cleaning. But if your furnace isn’t already equipped to handle a thicker filter, it will need to be modified by an HVAC professional.

Our top-rated 5-inch furnace filter is the Lennox Healthy Climate CarbonClean 16, $100. For 1-inch furnace filters, we recommend the Filtrete Healthy Living Ultimate Allergen Reduction 1900 MPR, $20. For more choices and sizes, see our full Ratings and recommendations of furnace filters. Install the new filter. Look for the markings that tell you which side of the filter should face the furnace. Then slide the filter back into place and replace any cover that goes over it. Keep a record of the date so that you’ll know when it’s time to change the furnace filter again. What are your most and least favorite projects? What IS an air filter anyway? An air filter is a vital part of your home’s forced air HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system. Most homes have at least two filters that stand guard over your home’s air; their specific job is to remove bacteria and harmful particles, regularly cleansing the air. Why are filters important? 100% of the air in your home passes through a filter, typically twice every hour.

Since clean, quality air filters keep the air in your home fresh, the people inside stay healthier. genie in room air purifierA quality filter captures the harmful bacteria typically found in sneezes, coughs, viruses and molds, as well as pollutants like dust and car fumes.harga hepa air purifier Clean filters also keep your HVAC system healthy—they enable it to run more efficiently, keep repair costs to a minimum, and reduce monthly energy bills. car air purifier mudahAbout half of your monthly energy bill is attributed to HVAC, and keeping clean air filters is the single most effective way to improve HVAC efficiency. Clogged filters make the HVAC work harder as it conditions your home, which raises your energy bill. (And if there are no filters, the coils will clog, which is even worse for your system.)

How often should I change filters? We recommend changing filters at least every 3 months, but every 1 to 2 months will usually serve you better (especially if you have a busy lifestyle, family with allergies, pets in the home, etc.). If you want help choosing the delivery schedule that fits your individual needs, just call or email. We’re here for you. Regular filter changes cut 5% - 10% off your energy bill every month according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Where are air filters located? Air filters can be found inside the return vents in your home. These returns might be on the ceiling, wall, or in the system itself. Most homes have 2 or 3 returns inside the house, or alternatively, two 5” filters that go within the HVAC system itself. Typically the inside returns are more accessible, which makes filter changes easier in these locations. What about different sizes? Filters for returns come in all sorts of sizes—one size rarely fits all, even within one house.

Dimensions range from 10” x 10” to 30” x 36.” Most (but not all) filters are 1” thick but occasionally, homes will have 2”–5” thick filters. How do I determine filter size? Sizing filters is easy. If there is an old filter in the return, the size should be listed on the side of the filter. Remember that each home typically has different sizes throughout, so you’ll want to check sizes at every return. If there’s no filter within the return, simply measure the length and width of the space. You’ll want to get the exact dimensions to ensure a snug fit for maximum filtration. How do I install an air filter? Changing an air filter is easy. Just open the return, pop out the old filter and securely put the new one in its place (following the directional arrows to ensure proper airflow). Then close the return. That’s all there is to it—changing filters is a snap! Sign up and forget about it! Sign up for FilterEasy once and forget about filters for as long as you want.