Why change the filters in an air conditioner?
Changing your air conditioner filters is a relatively inexpensive maintenance procedure that helps keep your unit running efficiently and effectively, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. The filters need to be changed or cleaned every month to keep your air conditioner performing well.FunctionAir conditioning filters keep your inside air and the unit clean, according to Greeniacs.com. Without regular maintenance, you reduce air quality and risk damage to your unit.BenefitsClean air filters reduce allergens and dust in your home. “Filters can accumulate a lot of dust, pollen, mold, and other contaminants, which can aggravate allergies or even cause disease,” according to Greeniacs.com.EffectsAir conditioners with clean filters require less energy to cool, reducing your air conditioner’s energy consumption “by 5 to 15 percent,” according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Greeniacs.com adds that clean filters also lower unnecessary pollution caused by energy processing.Considerati
