Air filters are a key part of your HVAC system. They capture impurities in the air that circulates through your HVAC system and typically require replacement every few months. While it is good practice to buy the same type of air filter recommended by the manufacturer, choosing a different one may offer certain benefits. In today’s post, local HVAC repair and installation company ACS Air Conditioning Systems shared a quick guide to choosing a new air filter.
MERV stands for minimum efficiency reporting value, and it’s the standard used for rating an air filter’s ability to capture particles from the air. MERV ratings range in value from 1 to 16; the higher the rating, the more effective the filter. It’s important to note that air filters can be too efficient for your system, in that the filter material or media may be too fine and hinder air flow. HVAC installation contractors recommend MERV ratings between 9 to 12 for home air conditioning systems. Air filters with higher ratings are generally used for bigger systems, such as in commercial spaces.
The following are the air filter types that you can get for your HVAC system:
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