Failing To Replace Furnace Filters Can Be Deadly
It is vitally important that you replace your furnace filters regularly in order to keep your furnace running smoothly and effectively all year round. Many homeowners neglect to replace their filters on a regular basis because it is so easy to forget, yet failing to do so can have dire consequences on both the efficiency of your furnace and on your own personal safety.
When furnace filters are not replaced regularly enough they get clogged, which can drastically reduce the airflow through your furnace. When the air gets backed up your furnace runs hotter, which can damage the bearings in your motor or the heat exchanger. Heat exchanger failure will cause your furnace to run improperly, which can cause carbon monoxide gas to spill out. As most people know, carbon monoxide is a colorless and odorless gas that can kill you before you know you are poisoned. At best, these mechanical failures will cause your furnace to turn on and off due to the overheated air fooling the furnace into thinking the room is warm enough already, improperly heating your home and costing you extra money in the process.
Replacing your filters regularly will prevent these problems from occurring. Always keep extra filters next to your furnace to make it easier to remember and avoid needing to run to the store to buy more. Set email alerts or other reminders to nudge you into replacing them in time. Take whatever steps you need to ensure that you replace your filters at least three or four times a year and keep your furnace running smoothly and safely.