Keeping your AC filter clean is one of the easiest ways to breathe fresher air 🌿, save on energy bills 💵, and help your HVAC system last longer 🛠️. Not sure where to find it or how to swap it out? Here’s a quick guide to get it done in just a few minutes ⏱️👇
✅ Step 1: Turn Off the AC 📴⚠️
Always turn off your AC at the thermostat before starting to keep things safe.
🔍 Step 2: Find the Filter 🗺️🔧
Look in one of these places:
📍 Wall or Ceiling Return Air Grille
📍 Inside the Furnace or Air Handler Unit (often in a closet, attic, basement, or garage)
📍 Behind an Access Panel (metal or plastic door)
💡 Pro Tip: Follow the biggest vent (return) to the HVAC unit to trace where the filter is hiding. 🕵️♂️🌀
👋 Step 3: Remove the Old Filter 🧤🧱
Slide it out carefully — it might be dusty! 😷
📏 Check the size printed on the side (e.g., 16x25x1) — you’ll need this to buy a new one.
🆕 Step 4: Insert the New Filter ➡️💨
- Look for the airflow direction arrow 🏹 (it should point toward the HVAC unit or fan).
- Slide it in snugly. ✅
🔁 Step 5: Turn the System Back On 🔄🎛️
You’re good to go! Enjoy cleaner air. 💨🌿
📅 How Often Should You Change the Filter? ⏳🧽
Every 1–3 months depending on:
🐶 Pets in the home
🤧 Allergies
🚬 Smoking
🏡 Dust levels
📦 Type of filter used
🛒 Where to Buy a New Filter? 🛍️📦
🏬 Home Depot, Lowe’s
🛒 Walmart, Target
🌐 Amazon, Filterbuy, or other online retailers
🎉 That’s it!
Changing your filter is quick, easy, and totally worth it. Your lungs (and your AC) will thank you! 💙🛠️💨
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