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Six Signs My Furnace Filter Needs To Be Changed

If you’re like most homeowners, you care about the indoor air quality in your home. Here are six signs indicating it’s time for a filter replacement:

  1. Visible dirt and dust on the filter.
  2. Increased dust gathering on furniture in your home.
  3. Reduced airflow from your vents.
  4. Your HVAC system running more frequently or for longer periods to reach the desired temperature.
  5. Unpleasant or stale odors in your home.
  6. A sudden increase in your energy bills.

Regularly changing your air filter is one of the most important and cost-effective ways to maintain your HVAC system’s efficiency, improve indoor air quality, and potentially extend the lifespan of your unit.

Filed Under: Indoor Air Quality

Haertel Heating and Cooling
118 Washington Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
PHONE: (989) 892-6111
FAX: (989) 892-4434

Emergency Service Hours: 24/7
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in the Great Lakes Bay Region for over 80 years!

 

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