Residential Air Conditioning is an important part of a home’s environment. Household occupants depend upon an air conditioner to filter out unwanted substances such as allergens, dust, airborne diseases, and debris. A central air conditioner also helps control the level of humidity and heat inside a home. To keep an air conditioner running smoothly, it’s necessary to conduct regular filter changing. These guidelines can help with this task.
Ideally, filter changing should be done once every month. It should be done more frequently in areas with higher levels of air pollution. Before a filter can be changed, a homeowner should locate the return air duct. This is the place where filters are commonly placed. On some AC systems, the filter compartment is located around the furnace. When an air duct that seems to be drawing in air is found, remove the fasteners and access plate. Next, the filter should be slid out carefully to prevent disturbing dust on its surface. When the filter is out, vacuum the compartment to make it cleaner for AC operation.
A reusable filter is usually made of titanium. This filter can be purchased for about $6 to $9 at many retail stores. Clean this device outside the home. The hand attachment of a vacuum can be used to suction the majority of the contaminants. Next, a sponge and cleaning solution can be used to wash the rest of the material off the filter. The filter should be rinsed carefully with a garden hose and allowed to dry.
When a person uses a disposable filter, the measurements on the old filter can be used to purchase a replacement filter. A basic filter is made of a mesh interior and surrounded by a cardboard frame. It can usually be purchased for about $2 to $3.50. When the measurements on an old filter are not visible, a homeowner can simply measure the old filter’s depth, width, and length.
Next, the filter (disposable or reusable) should be replaced in its compartment. The access plate and fasteners should also be replaced. Doing this will help make the indoor air more healthful and conducive to daily living. For more information on filters and other AC services, talk to an expert at Preferred Home Services. This group of specialists can handle commercial and Residential Air Conditioning. To know more, follow them on Google+.
