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Not Sure Which Air Filter You Need For Your AC? Here Are Some Useful Tips

Rick Limpert by Rick Limpert
September 10, 2021
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Do you have AC in your home? You do, so you are probably wondering which type of AC air filter to buy for it. There are many different types of AC filters available on the market today – some fit into the AC unit itself, while others attach to the outside or inside vents. This article will walk through a few ways that you can find out what type of AC filter is best for your home!

What is an air filter and what does it do

An AC filter is a device used to trap dust, dirt, and other debris in an AC unit. It can be found within the AC unit or attached to AC vents on the outside of your home. It helps your home to stay clean and you and your family healthy.

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Why do you need an AC filter?

Without proper filtration, all that dirty air will blow through your AC system right into your home’s interior. This is why you need to ensure that you get the right filter for your home. In this case, make sure to explore online sources where you may come across sites that provide information on air filters. Click here on these sites to find the best air filter for your AC. From there, you will be able to find the best AC filters designed to help extend your AC unit’s life, maintain its system efficiency, and improve indoor air quality.

Air filter types There are two primary AC filter types: disposable AC filters and washable AC filters. Washable AC filters can typically be used up to three months before they need replacing or cleaning (depending on your preference).

Disposable AC filters should be replaced after about a month of use.

How to find out which AC filter type you need

A general rule is that if your AC uses air ducts, then it will require an AC furnace or AC register filter. If there are no air ducts in the home and the vents run through walls or ceilings, then they will require AC wall or AC ceiling filters.

Another way to find out which AC filter is best for your home is to measure the size of your AC unit and match it with a corresponding sized air vent that will take an AC filter. Once you have done this, then you can determine what type of AC furnace or AC register filters you need – a quick online search in this case may come across sites that provide information on AC filters.

Some helpful tips for choosing the right filter for your home

To choose AC air filters, you need to know about their types. AC filter is a part of the AC system which removes particles from indoor air and also blocks dirt in the evaporator coil.

There are two common AC air filter materials:

⦁ Cellulose Fiber – It’s made up of mostly recycled paper with some binding agents added for durability. Not only it is inexpensive, but also good for filtering out small particles like pollen and dust
⦁ Metal – AC filters are made of aluminum or steel metal mesh to allow the AC system to capture larger particles such as pet hair or lint from clothing

Different AC air filters have different sizes & shapes which depend on your AC model. AC filters are made to fit perfectly in some AC models while some AC models may need a custom AC filter. It’s important to check the size and shape of your AC air filter before buying one.

There are also different AC air filters with special features such as:

⦁ Anti Bacteria – an antibacterial agent added into this type of AC filter to prevent bacterial or mold growth inside the AC unit
⦁ Anti-Odor – special AC filter with activated carbon which is good at removing odors from the AC system. It also helps in filtering out larger particles such as hair and lint. This type of AC air filter is useful for pet owners or households that have smokers.

Air filters are an essential part of good air quality in your home, and it’s important to choose the right one for your needs. With so many different types of filters on the market today, you may be feeling overwhelmed about which type is best for you. But by following some basic guidelines and asking yourself a few questions before you buy, you should have no trouble choosing an air filter that will keep dust particles out of your house while saving money on energy bills in the long run.

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