Remember To Change Your Furnace Filter

When your heater is up and running, it’s easy to assume that it’s running properly and at peak performance levels. However, this is not necessarily the case. Only a well-maintained furnace is going to function as well as it possibly can.

While routine maintenance must be handled by a trained professional, there is one thing that you can do to help protect the efficiency and quality performance of your furnace. Keep a fresh air filter in place. It’s a simple task that offers real benefits.

What Problems Will A Dirty Air Filter Cause?

A surprising amount of fairly serious issues can develop due to the presence of a dirty air filter in your furnace. First and foremost consider the efficiency with which your furnace operates. No one wants to overpay to heat their home. Yet, that is precisely what you’re likely to be doing if your air filter is dirty. A dirty air filter is going to increase airflow resistance, causing your system to work harder, and to use more operating energy than it should have to.

Your indoor air quality could also suffer as a result of a dirty air filter. The filter is in place to protect your furnace, not really to maintain high indoor air quality throughout your home. However, if it gets clogged up pollutants can be forced around it (as air seeks the path of least resistance,) and go out into your living space, negatively affecting your indoor air quality.

If the filter is significantly clogged it can also cause your furnace to short cycle. The system can overheat, which will cause it to shut down prematurely. That means it will also have to start up more frequently than normal, wasting energy while putting unnecessary strain on the system.

Contact Quality Air Heating and Air Conditioning to schedule professional heating services in Columbus, OH.