The 14x20x1 air filter is a standard sized filter. Cut nominally, standard sized air filters are 1/2" undercut, based on industry standards (just like disposable air filters you find at your local hardware store and retail locations). Air filters can be easily overlooked (out of sight, out of mind!), however, regular maintenance is extremely important to keep your HVAC system safe and your home comfortable. Changing your 14x20x1 air filter has the following benefits:
How does your 14x20x1 filter work?
According to a study by the Environmental Protection Agency, the EPA, indoor air pollution was reported as one of the top 5 environmental health risks. Indoor air quality (IAQ) decreases as airborne particulates and matter get indoors and circulate around the home. Increased temperatures, humidity levels & improper ventilation also decrease IAQ. Other sources that usually aren't even thought of to be sources of indoor air pollution are: cooking fumes/smoke, lighting scented candles, spray air fresheners, cigarette/cigar smoke, drapes/carpet/furniture, and even printers.
Increasing Your Home's IAQ
An HVAC systems job is to bring outdoor air inside and circulate it throughout the home. During this circulation process, outdoor air is forced through the air filter. 14x20x1 air filters trap the debris, dust and particles present in the air and push clean air back into the home. These particulates include:
You can further protect your home's IAQ by reducing the indoor air pollution sources. When the sources are reduced, your 14x20x1 air filter can capture pollutants more efficiently and effectively, returning clean air back into the home. Always change your home's air filters on a regular basis (every 1-3 months according to manufacturers' directions) to ensure your home has the cleanest indoor air possible.
Not only do air filters protect IAQ, they also protect HVAC equipment from damage. Regularly maintaining your HVAC system includes changing air filters on a regular basis. Dust and debris build up on the motor and wires, pooling water around the evaporator coils/condensate lines, holes and/or leaks in the equipment left unfixed can lead to mold growth and severe or even permanent damage to HVAC equipment. A clean 14x20x1 air filter prevents damage to the following expensive 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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