Healthy Home Blog

If your air filter is almost the right size, it can be tempting to grab a pair of scissors or a utility knife and make it fit. We get it. Sometimes the filter slot is an odd size, the old...

Air filter sizing can be confusing at first. You might see a filter listed as 20 x 25 x 1, then measure it and realize it is not exactly 20 inches by 25 inches by 1 inch. Good news: that...

If you are shopping for a home air filter, you have probably seen different MERV ratings listed on the package or product page. MERV 8 and MERV 10 are two common options, but they are not the same. For many...

A dirty air filter may trap some particles more effectively as dust builds up, but that does not mean you should leave it in your HVAC system longer. Learn how filter loading affects airflow, efficiency, energy use, and when to replace your air filter.

MERV 13 air filters are a popular upgrade for homeowners who want better filtration for dust, pollen, pets, allergies, wildfire smoke, or general indoor air quality. But they also bring up a fair question: Can a MERV 13 air filter...

If your house feels dusty no matter how often you clean, you are definitely not alone. You wipe down the table, vacuum the floor, and somehow the dust is already plotting its comeback. So, what gives? Dust can come from...