The weather is something that will change throughout the year. It goes from the heat of summer to the cold of winter and you need to be prepared for each season. The weather that you are dealing with outside does not have to be what you have in your home. The great thing is that you have an HVAC system that can either heat your home or cool it depending on your specific needs. Most people want to feel comfortable in their home and that means that you need to take care of your HVAC system. There are problems that are common with HVAC systems that can really take an effect on it. You want to be sure that you know what these problems are and what you can do to repair or prevent them. One of the things that often take a toll on your system is dirty air filters.

Ambient Heating & Air Conditioning Explains What Happens When Your HVAC Air Filters Are Dirty

Why Do You Need to Change Air Filters: If you think about it, just about anything that you use that has a motor of sorts will have a filter such as your car, pool, vacuum and of course your HVAC unit. The filters are needed to keep out the dirt and debris for several reasons. If you were to bypass the area that filters these contaminants, you would have a problem with your HVAC system. The filter is a specific type of material that allows air to flow through but has small enough space to stop some of the debris. The goal is to try and keep as much of the dirt, dust and debris out of the system and the air as you can.
Clogged Air Filter Makes HVAC System Less Efficient: When it comes to your HVAC system the air that is being circulated into the house will go through the return air. This is where the filter is located and is usually running whether the unit is heating or cooling. If the filter that you are using is gummed up and full of dust and dirt, less air will be able to get into the system. That means that it will take the unit longer to heat or cool the house. That means you will be using more energy and that will end up costing you more money.
Uneven Heating & Cooling in House: When you are dealing with a filter that is clogged or full of dirt your unit is not going to be able to heat or cool evenly. The air needs to be able to push through the filter at a particular rate so that it can push the air into each and every room. Some of the rooms might suffer from a clogged filter and could be cooler or hotter than the rest of the house. You want to make sure that you have your filters replaced on a regular basis.

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Ambient Heating & Air Conditioning can come out to your house and inspect your HVAC system to ensure that it is running smoothly and efficiently. Call today to meet with one of our experts.