The 10x20x1 air filter is considered "standard" and is easily found at most retail/hardware stores. "Standard size" means the air filter is cut nominally with a 1/2" undercut following industry standards. Air filters are easy to forget about as they are usually tucked away behind closed doors. However, regular maintenance is essential, not only for comfort but also for HVAC system safety. Changing your 10x20x1 air filter on a regular basis:
How does your 10x20x1 filter work?
The EPA has reported that one of the top 5 environmental health risks is air pollution. Your home's indoor air quality (IAQ) goes down when airborne particulates/matter are allowed to enter and circulate in the indoor air. Poor ventilation, temperature increases and humidity levels also decrease IAQ. There are also many other unthought of indoor air pollution sources that are plentiful in our everyday lives. A few examples are scented candles, spray air fresheners, smoke from cigarettes/cigars and fires, cooking fumes, fireplaces as well as drapes/carpet/furniture...even printers!
Increasing the IAQ in Your Home
An HVAC systems job is to bring outdoor air inside, cool or heat it, and then circulate it throughout the home. During the circulation process, the outdoor air is forced to pass through the air filter. 10x20x1 air filters trap the dust, particles and debris in the outdoor air and allow clean air to circulate through your home. Some examples of the particulates that are trapped in the air filter include:
Reducing indoor air pollution sources protects your home's IAQ. This also allows your 10x20x1 air filter to capture pollutants more efficiently and effectively that would otherwise enter the air you breathe. In order to make sure your home has the cleanest indoor air possible, air filters should be changed regularly (every 1-3 months according to manufacturer's directions).
Air filters protect indoor air quality AND protect HVAC equipment from damage. Changing your air filters on a regular basis is a part of HVAC maintenance. By doing so, dust and debris build up on the motor and wires, mold growth and even permanent damage is prevented. Also check for water pools around the evaporator coils/condensate lines and holes and/or leaks in the equipment as this can also cause equipment damage if left unfixed. A new 10x20x1 air filter will prevent damage to these costly components:
No matter which HVAC system you have, every unit needs a quality filter that fits properly to keep your indoor air quality clean and your heat running at its maximum efficiency this Fall and Winter. US Home Filter can supply you with the best and most efficient HVAC filter available! Changing the filter is as important as changing the oil in your car and US Home Filter makes filters that fit all AC/HVAC units. From standard to custom air filters, to whole-house filters, grille filters, and humidifier filters, we have all of your filter needs covered!
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