A dirty air filter can lead to serious problems with your air conditioner. It may not sound like any type of emergency, but clogged air filters have the potential to impede the operation of your air conditioner in many different ways. Remain vigilant about changing your air filter if you want to avoid the need for air conditioning repair in Ardmore. Here is some information regarding the importance of this procedure from the AC repair technicians at Wm. Henderson Plumbing & Heating Inc.
I Can’t Breathe!
If your air conditioning unit could yell something when it has a dirty air filter, it would be this. Why? Because a dirty air filter significantly constricts air flow throughout the system, which highly stresses the system. Your system’s components cannot run forever being overtaxed; eventually, they will break.
The Air is Dirty!
Your air conditioner doesn’t have to yell this because the people in your property will do it themselves. When the air filter is clogged, the air going through the system begins to bypass the filter, delivering whatever it has directly into your living space. This means that dirt, dust, allergens and all other airborne molecules have a fast track right into your home.
My Bill Went Up!
Having a clogged air filter means the system is working a lot harder to achieve your target temperature than it does when the filter is clean. In order to work harder, it needs to consume more energy – energy you have to pay for.
My Air Ducts Are Dirty!
Dirt and dust spread, and once the air filter is clogged, the air that bypasses the filter gets everywhere. Once this stuff settles in your vents, you have to do a thorough cleaning to get it out. And until you do, your system will continue to be overtaxed.
My System Overheated and Died!
Once airflow is restricted, the rest of your air conditioning system is strained, particularly on the motor. When the motor is overworked, it gets too hot and can burn out. Then your entire system may overheat and fail.
When to Change Your Air Filter
The rule of thumb is to check your air filter monthly and change it as needed, but there are a few factors to consider:
- The type of air filter you use
- The overall air quality in your property
- If you have pets
- The number of occupants
- If anyone has allergies
Based on your particular situation, you may need to check your air filter bi-weekly, or every two months. You may also need to change it more during certain seasons than others.
We Are Here to Help
A lot depends on changing your air filter properly, so if you have questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to call your Ardmore air conditioning repair specialist at Wm. Henderson Plumbing & Heating Inc. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
Should you require air conditioning repair in Ardmore, you can count on the technicians at Wm. Henderson Plumbing & Heating Inc. to do the job right.