A big factor in good indoor air quality is installing the right air filter. That simple component of your HVAC system plays a far bigger role in a home's comfort and health than many people realize.

MERV ratings are a measure of an air filter's efficiency, calculated through rigorous testing. Air filters are subjected to particles of varying sizes, and their ability to capture these particles ...

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Running your furnace, central air, or heat pump probably constitutes a big part of your utility bill. But it’s a small, often inexpensive part—the air filter—that keeps these heating and cooling ...

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Air filters play an essential role in the overall air quality in your home, and help improve the efficiency of heating and cooling systems. They trap dust, pet dander, pollen, and other airborne ...

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