2007-02-08 06:15:41 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
cheap ones I would change once a month. Especially if your house is dusty, or you are sensitive to dust and particulates in the air. There are more expensive, deluxe filters that you could probably get away with changing every 3 months of use.
2007-02-08 06:20:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
They are best changed once/month to keep the air clean and the furnace running without blowing dust. There are 2 types- inexpensive ones $1-$2 each, or high-filtration ones $4-8 each. Unless your house is very dusty, the inexpensive ones will do just fine. The denser (usually 3M brand) are high-filtration, which may cause the furnace to work harder. To get the best of both, use a high-filtration one for a few months, then use the others for the remainder of the year.
2007-02-08 06:22:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What I do as a good rule of thumb 2 times a year daylight savings time I do the clocks,air filters, smoke detector batteries,drain water heater to prevent rust build up then refill on the gas furnace check on the filters to see if dust accumulates then change as needed
2007-02-08 10:11:32 · answer #3 · answered by Fergie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Forced hot air & allergies here.
Filters should have suggested replacement time on labels.
Have found the pleated filters to work better than the real cheapos
They restrict air flow much more when they get dirty so I try to take a look & change out frequently now that furnace is running more for heating.
2007-02-09 04:37:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
During the heating season I would recommend 30 days for the inexpensive filters and no more than 90 days for the better ones. Just remember, Filters keep your furnace in better shape and running better. Use cheap filters and dont change them normally results in a service call and that can cost you $70.00 and up.
2007-02-12 05:55:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
totally agree. when i was whacked out i left one in for 6 months! no wonder i have the black lung! lol. actually, in a few days i am moving into a house that has a brand new natural gas furnace and that WILL make a huge difference. I really can't wait - it IS the start of my NEW LIFE - and everything that is dragging me from the past will be just that IN THE PAST. that's why i am so glad my gf and i are looking at this the same way. this is the best time of my life and a golden opportunity to get things right - FINALLY
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2007-02-08 06:29:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends how much you use the furnace. Every three months is a good rule of thumb.
2007-02-08 06:22:43 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When they get dirty and impede the flow of air.
2007-02-08 06:23:06 · answer #8 · answered by Jeffrey S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋