The standard sized 14x24x1 air filter is easily found at your local hardware/retail store. Standard sized air filters are cut nominally with a 1/2" undercut based on industry standards. Since air filters are usually behind closed doors within your air handler, they tend to be easily overlooked; however, regular maintenance is an absolute must to ensure your HVAC system is safe and to keep your home comfortable. Regularly changing your 14x24x1 air filter has the following benefits:
How does your 14x24x1 filter work?
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that indoor air pollution is one of the top 5 environmental health risks. Your home's indoor air quality (IAQ) gets worse as airborne particulates/matter get inside and are circulated around your home. As temperatures and humidity levels increase along with improper ventilation, indoor air quality gets worse. Other sources attributing to indoor air pollution include cooking fumes, cigarette smoke, burning scented candles, spraying air fresheners, drapes/carpet/furniture, and even printers.
How to Increase Your Home's IAQ
An HVAC systems main function is bringing outdoor air in and circulating it throughout your home. It is during this circulation process that the outdoor air is forced through the air filter. 14x24x1 air filters trap debris, dust and particles present in the outdoor air allowing clean air to enter the home. These particulates include:
Protecting your home's IAQ can also be accomplished by reducing the indoor air pollution sources. When these sources are reduced, the 14x24x1 air filter can capture pollutants more efficiently and effectively, returning clean air back into the home. Changing your home's air filters regularly (every 1-3 months according to manufacturer's directions) ensures your home consistently has the cleanest indoor air possible.
On top of protecting indoor air quality, air filters also protect HVAC equipment from damage. Regular HVAC maintenance includes changing your air filters on a regular basis. Mold growth and even permanent damage can occur if dust and debris is allowed to build up on the motor and wires, water pools around the evaporator coils/condensate lines, or if holes and/or leaks in the equipment are left unfixed. A new 14x20x1 air filter will prevent damage to these 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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