VIDEO: Dumb Questions: Why Should You Change Your HVAC Filter Every 3 Months?

Got a dumb question about your heating, ventilation and air conditioning system that you’re afraid to ask? We assure you, there are no dumb questions. Perhaps you found that “secret compartment” in your furnace, and discovered some boxy, crinkly thingy inside and you’re wondering what it is. Well, curious homeowner, that’s your furnace filter. And if you also find that it’s, like … gross, that’s because it collects all the dust, allergens and other impurities in the air so you don’t breathe it — and all that crud accumulates over time, so you have to take the filter out and put a new one in every three months.

If that all sounds like a lot, it’s not even all you need to know about this vital furnace maintenance task. Watch our informative video above to learn about what you should look for when you go to buy a new HVAC filter, who or what MERV is and what rating of filter the EPA recommends you use. Rest assured, when you’re done, your knowledge about why you need to regularly replace your furnace filter will be so slay.

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In the video above, we’ll cover:

• How to change a furnace filter

• Why you should change your HVAC filter every three months

• Best furnace maintenance tips

• DIY air filter replacement advice

• HVAC filter benefits

• Indoor air quality improvement

• How to extend your furnace lifespan

• Signs it’s time to replace your HVAC filter

• How dirty HVAC filters affect your furnace

• How to save energy with furnace maintenance

And if you find our video informative and/or entertaining, be sure to like, share and subscribe for helpful DIY home-maintenance how-tos every week on our YouTube channel.

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