Furnace Air Filter - How to Change It Properly

[@queentinadoire6931]

Thank you son. You are the only one who really explained this arrow issue. I am replacing my filter tonight. The arrow has to point toward the furnace. The net part has to be on the side of the furnace. You're the best.

[@PvtCarney]

2 years ago my father developed early onset Alzheimer's and I'm the primary person taking care of him and the house. I'm only 22 but it's videos like this that are life saviors. Our AC has been cranked but isn't pumping any cold air past the filter. Which after watching this video realized it hasn't been replaced in 2 years, was in backwards, and was the highest MERV rating. Tomorrow I'm going to pick up a new filter, hopefully all the cold air will start showing up through the vents

[@roxie3121]

Hi. I'm just curious: Did it resolve the issue?

[@PvtCarney]

@@roxie3121 sadly not. I ended up call an HVAC guy out to check it out but he said the whole ventilation set up in our house is very poorly made

[@julis7350]

New homeowner here so thank you for the video! My furnace looks a lot like yours so it was really helpful. Also, the previous owner had the filter in backwards and I would have copied it otherwise, so thank you again!

[@amieshawilliams]

I know this probably was up here a long time but good information never expires. Thanks to you, I know more about changing the filter in my furnace than the rest of the men in my house.

[@SrChalice]

Same Team!..

[@CincyAv8r]

New home owner and just found out the previous owner never replaced the air filter. Love the content

[@emilywhelan4471]

Purchased: August 2023 - still works GREAT!I kzbin.infoUgkxxsUnXhGsSJLim_XnMHyQK0u3XVaW-CGn live in a studio and during the summer it gets scorching hot - really old building with no ac units. I can’t express how EASY it was to install. This unit has been a life savior during the summer and some days during other seasons where it can still be a bit warm at night. In this small place is my friend, a husky, poodle mix and myself. We need AC - lolI don’t use the dehumidifier option - I’m not sure if it will leak in my house, since I did not install the small draining hose that came with it. May look into it late but I don’t worry about much humidity in the apartment. I don’t understand why the negative reviews since all things mentioned, I personally did not find issues with. Definitely worth it!

[@l.t.w8985]

Finally, someone who does accurate video on which way to put these Air filtrete in with crosses. Tyou

[@C8itsizzle]

Husband is deployed and had to do this myself thank you !

[@sheema_2512]

This video 3yrs old and I never knew about an air freshener that goes on the filter 😮 thank you This video was straight to the point by the way

[@tej226]

New homeowner and single mom... Used to changing my air filters, but never knew the proper way to do so. Thank you for highlighting the air flow arrow! I appreciate your graphics too.

[@LRN2DIY]

So glad it was helpful!

[@MrPootzen]

I've lived in this house for two years and never looked at the furnace filter, thanks for this video! Need to check out how to clean the dryer lint hose next!

[@edene1171]

Thank you for mentioning about the intake vent being a possible place to replace the filter! Not gunna lie, that was surely not even in my mind as a possibility; was searching all around the unit trying to find it, but that was it! Genius!

[@emilyrussell8931]

THANK YOU for this video 😭🙏🏼🙏🏼 first time homeowner whose parents always just “called someone”. This helped me immensely!

[@willcook2603]

I think this was the best how to video I have ever seen. I've never had a video hit EXACTLY what I need and answer questions I should have had, but didn't know I needed to ask. 10 out of 5 stars. Thank you

[@LRN2DIY]

Well that’s about as high a praise as one can give! Thank you!

[@k.l.manring2083]

My sentiment exactly

[@IrenefromSomerville]

Thanks for the tip to write the date on the filter About the info of dropping down a filter rating if the house just doesn’t feel like it’s getting warm enough during the winter A video that is really straight forward and easy to understand and explains why the filter needs to be installed properly And the tip about the air fresheners

[@thoughtfulskeptic7529]

Well... that tip about the air fresheners hasn't aged so well. Those synthetic air fresheners have been shown to be carcinogenic. (And that's in addition to smelling terrible.)

[@IrenefromSomerville]

@@thoughtfulskeptic7529 Absolutely agree - especially the plug in ones that have been known to cause many a fire. It appears the end of my message above was cut off - it had read "should be taken with caution - I don't think anything added to a furnace is a good idea, especially for pets and small children." All that aside, I do think it was a well put together video with good audio and visual.

[@KS-xd5pb]

Simple, to the point videos. Great work as always, Nils.

[@lauraprater2300]

My ex just moved out and I was about to call him to ask him where the air filter is. Didn't have to thanks to this video.

[@Loloblade47]

👏🏽 get it !! idk why yt recommended this video lol but great tips 😅

[@HomeAgainConstruction]

That's petty

[@jayannaaa]

going through a divorce and girl this freaking comment!!!!!!

[@tinoghebre2765]

Could have a reason to reconcile

[@tamarhuggins]

Same

[@fastlaneSwim]

This by far the best video on KZbin, explained everything so easy. Thank you

[@lunashappy3878]

I had problem with replacing all the years . Thank you for this video teaching me how to put it in the right way . Happy now :)

[@benerb8560]

Wow I feel so dumb, I was trying to reinstall one of our filters because it’s a reusable one. And never thought to TURN OFF the furnace, that is what made the difference for me… what a silly mistake but thank you for being so extremely helpful I appreciate it!

[@DavidTronix808]

Thanks. Exactly what I was looking for. Went with Merv 8. Best explanation on this topic on KZbin.

[@k.l.manring2083]

So GLAD I found your channel, specifically this video! I went to hardware store and had a hard time asking about air flow direction. Clerk tried to explain how to install but just wasn't registering. Came home searched for info and finally watched this video. Clear concise even for a gal with severe ADHD to follow. Thanks so much! Subscribed right away.

[@LRN2DIY]

So glad it was helpful!

[@stephwess4444]

Wonderful. Thank you for all the good, common sense information. I wanted to make sure I was doing it correctly because my house is so awfully dusty . I'll have to go down and ck and see if I installed the filter correctly.

[@fastlaneSwim]

You need to make more DIY videos. You explain things so well. Thank you

[@deniseoates7147]

Glad I found this video , because it was so helpful in making me feel sure that I was inserting the filter correctly

[@baconbitz1066]

All this time - I have been doing it wrong. I've never owned a house and had to do this tho so glad I'm learning new things

[@justamom1234]

Thank you so much! I was putting mine in backwards for years!

[@watsk8455]

thank you. your explanation is a tremendous help to those who are not used to do this.

[@annmandico1704]

Your video was very helpful and confirmed some of the questions I had about changing my air filter. Thank you very much for the professional, easy to understand and friendly video with step by step ideas and practical tips like writing the date and marking some things on the equipment.

[@LRN2DIY]

You are very welcome!

[@TammyPhan-xv4nl]

Super informative and easy to follow for a first time filter-changing home owner!

[@getdusty1]

Excellent video. There's a lot of simple stuff in here that lots of people don't know!!

[@Da1BaddestB]

This was a A-mazing How to video! Great communication! Thank you from this single mommy!

[@SaveSoilSaveSoil]

Gosh I wish I had seen this video before I improvised my filter replacement. Well.... better late than never. Thanks LRN2DIY!

[@PunkRockZombie205]

Glad to see I'm not the only one that buys the cheapy ones

[@timholtmeier8146]

I always take pics of filter sizes and other regular maintenance items and put in a file on my phone under household items that way when I am at store I always have it with me and know what to buy.

[@LRN2DIY]

Great idea! I do something similar with documents and measurements I need but didn't think to add this to my list. Thanks for the tip!

[@traceylennon1204]

Thank you Sir I have the exact same air system..saw that arrow at the top of the filter and well here I am!! Very helpful...

[@eykwingnut]

Thanks for the info on which way the air flows. I thought that's what it was but needed confirmation. Also, thanks for the recommendation to sharpie it onto the unit for the future, as well as writing the filter size on the unit.

[@richardvandessel57]

*Used to supplement the up stairs when it gets hot outside this works very well and **Fastly.Cool** Also works good when the upstairs gets too hot in the Winter from the heater.*

[@isabellerichards3645]

Very helpful video, thank you! Quick question, is it possible that the furnace has 2 filters to change? In two different areas?

[@dccd673]

My son moved into his apartment nine months ago, I’m pretty sure the filter was never or was changed just a few times within the five years this building has been up. There’s crazy amount of dust that ends up on the sideboards even though I clean them. The thermostat says call for service if we don’t give the ac a break, even though it does stop every now and then. That’s something I suggest to people if they move into an apartment or house if there’s a furnace in there. Make sure to check the filter!

[@kathyb-007]

Great point on using the cheap one for maximum air flow. I used to more expensive one which probably explains why the house never feels heated and why the furnace constantly runs off and on all the time! Thanks a mill! P.S. I also write the date on mine but the date it needs replacing rather than the date I replaced it.. ☺

[@Daedalus117]

Note that you want a more expensive filter if there's a lot of smog or smoke you need to deal with. Keeps you healthier. With all the fires every summer now, it's become necessary to get the fanciest filter possible :/

[@Nancy-il8sn]

Thank you. I have been doing it wrong thinking that the air flow was away from the furnace. No wonder they fell apart

[@mztee68]

I just changed the filter after watching this. Great video. Thanks!!!

[@LRN2DIY]

Nice job!

[@pwright2816]

Simple but thorough explanation. Very helpful. Thank you.

[@calliemartin9633]

Thanks for the how-to! Changing the air filter is way easier than I imaged 😂😂 One thing....I would strongly recommend NOT using an air freshener for your home 🙃 Typically they contain perfumes and chemicals that would totally defeat the purpose of the new air filter you just installed 😬

[@primecutsrecords4974]

This is so helpful. My filter was in the ceiling. Really weird. But I will use the link to order the replacement filters. Thank you.

[@M2a3i]

Thanks for the tip about whole house freshener

[@eykwingnut]

Agreed!

[@beverley1957one]

Perfect. Excellent information. Not a ramble as some tutorials are. Great video.

[@rscott1459]

GREAT presentation! Direct and very clear information.

[@madwifey5530]

Thank you🙏 . You saved my life, I’m a single girl.

[@OkImJustCommenting]

This video was EXACTLY what I needed! Thank you!!! #Subscribed

[@bethkorshalla8848]

Thanks. Great info. And such a nice soothing voice!!!

[@tiffanyholden7810]

The most helpful thing I’ve seen all day!!! Thank you!

[@kareyreuben3869]

Thank you for explaining WHY the arrow has to go a certain direction. Also, I snap a photo of the size with my phone so when I'm at the hardware store I know which size to buy.

[@sw1175]

Thank God for KZbin bc I was stressed about this damned furnace 😅

[@marcopelayo8359]

Thanks Man.

[@fanofbodybuilding1253]

Thank you so much for this! New homeowner and have never had to do this before, this was super helpful. Subscribed!

[@robertahubert9155]

Thank you. My husband passed away and nobody could tell me how to do this.

[@marshall4439]

Great video. I've never replaced a filter in my life. When you said "every month" I literally gasped. I am so worried about how nasty my air filter is gonna look when I go pull it in a second...

[@chrisnielsen3562]

I don’t like the idea of the air freshener being on the intake side of the filter could get sucked up into the blower housing maybe put it on the other side.

[@NimTheHuman]

Thank you for this video! Informative, clear, and concise!

[@tatianasouza2361]

You got yourself a new follower sir! God bless.

[@patriciapettigrew-johnson1102]

Maybe I have it wrong but I did follow the directions of how to apply the air gel to the filter on the manufacturer package stating to put the gel side facing outward ... But on the live demo he places the gel side opposite and pushes it against the air filter. Will this matter which side the gel faces?? Great video that helps this old Grandma with furnace maintenance...much appreciated THANK YOU. 😁

[@thoughtfulskeptic7529]

It doesn't matter, because you shouldn't ever use synthetic air fresheners (which this product, plus Glade and all the others, most definitely are). They've been shown to be carcinogenic.

[@pedromacuri8849]

Thanks so much for you help. Now I know how to change filters . Thanks so much.!

[@drew811811]

Thanks for posting this. Very helpful and informative!

[@avaw5412]

Great video! What do you do with the old filter? Can you just toss it in the trash or is there a certain other way you're supposed to get rid of them?

[@LRN2DIY]

To my knowledge, they just go in the trash.

[@avaw5412]

@@LRN2DIY thank you!

[@gr8tastesforya799]

Great video. Succinct and informative and easy to understand.

[@LRN2DIY]

Thank you! Glad you liked it.

[@ticiao]

I just moved into an apartment with central air. Every time I turn it on My apartment smells funny. I watched this video went in a looked at the air filter and it is very used do not look like it’s been changed in a few years. I went down to Home Depot picked up a few and the Air fresheners also. It is a lot better.

[@RainbowGolden]

Excellent tip to make notations, thank you kindly 🥰

[@MariaHernandez-ou3fv]

Awesome explanation. Thank you!!

[@besdoungsmoss6770]

Thanks so much! I always forgot what direction to insert.

[@kathyb-007]

Goodness! I've never thought to turn it off first. I've always just waited for it to stop running, lol.

[@thoughtfulskeptic7529]

And you can continue to do it the way you've always done it, if you choose. The only difference is that now you're making an informed decision.

[@MyraAso]

Thank you so much!!! Super helpful, informative, descriptive and great tips.🙌👍

[@Karaselfgrowth]

This video just saved my life. Thank you for sharing 💕

[@thesolitairegambit2556]

It was easy all thanks to you Sir!! 😁

[@kayingthao5072]

Clear thorough explanations, thanks!

[@layunasa1]

Amazing! This video helped so much. Thank you!

[@kperkins1982]

It is actually a bit more complicated than this. A blower motor is designed to work with a specific range of pressure drop. Say .5 inches of water column. He is correct in saying a filter too restrictive is bad for the system but merv rating isn't the only factor. What we really need to think about is surface area. For example, a 1 inch low merv filter might be the same pressure drop as a 4 inch higher merv filter because there is more surface area for air to pass through. If a person is actually serious about changing their filters as often as needed (most people aren't) then they can get away with a higher merv filter as long as the surface area is high enough to accommodate. You can have your HVAC professional install a larger filter box for thicker filters. In a perfect world you would have them use a manometer to test the pressure drop and advise on the best filter for the system given your air quality needs and the likelihood of you actually staying on top of changing the filters. TLDR: 1 inch filters suck but with larger filter boxes you can have both high quality filters and a well performing HVAC system.

[@joescott8877]

Splendid, just confirming i had it in the right way, thanks!

[@christinemcnamara5262]

I appreciate your well put together video. Thank you!

[@absm58]

Thank you , I just did all you told in here . Very helpful information 👌

[@mcsmama]

Air filter ARROW should point TOWARD the furnace... Excellent video! Thanks so much & Merry Christmas! [mcsmama 12.25.2022]

[@hanhdle7337]

Super helpful video chocked full of practical useful advice. Thanks!

[@rosesalandron9744]

Thank you so much for sharing God bless you.

[@Error-jz2lm]

Haven’t replaced mine in 5 years 😂

[@LRN2DIY]

When we were new homeowners we didn’t either. Until the AC stopped working in July and we had to pay someone to come clean our system out. After a couple of days melting in the summer heat, we’re pretty religious about it now.

[@JoshNoss]

Well I use window AC and the oil furnace in the basement has no returns or filter, just a big hole in the back.. at least the stainless ducts look pretty clean inside and based on the service sticker it was last serviced in 1988 and was 72% efficient

[@TheSpudnick89]

Where can I get whole home airfreshners

[@CodeDeb]

Very helpful. Never had to do this before. Also never knew that we should have been changing the filter so often! I bought an inexpensive one for now - we are having construction in the house I bought an allergy sensitive one for after the construction is over because I do suffer from allergies and end up sneezing a lot. But maybe I did overkill on the one that I bought?

[@rudymitchell3381]

Thank you Sooooooo much. I thought I had mine in correctly but I was wrong. Thanks so much for the vide

[@LRN2DIY]

Glad I could help!

[@Antonio-tl6ex]

Good info thanks! Two questions, you didn't comment on those metal filters which you just wash every two or three months. Provided you remember to wash them are they recommended? Secondly is there any harm in using a filter which is too LONG? Right width but protrudes several inches should still work right?

[@weekendworkbench1]

it's not recommended to let them stick out - best to be securely in place and with a cover if possible so that it is not drawing air in from the surrounding space but rather just from the return air duct. Best wishes!

[@rafaeltorovip]

Thanks. You save my day.

[@willienillie6337]

thanks for the tip on the direction of the filter. Always wonder which side the filter face.

[@thewrightangel]

Thanks so much! Very simple instructions that saved the day!

[@percismaddela]

Great video and information!

[@micheleliboiron2409]

Thankyou...simple straight forward info

[@YiiSama]

Thank you for your video. Learned a lot!

[@welcometosusansmukbang9215]

Thank you for this video 😊

[@tauruslife511]

FINALLY YOU ROCK 😊

[@prasannakumar3226]

Thanks so much for going in so much detail

[@joanbehrens5971]

Thank you,very helpful.

[@tonywong3751]

clear and easy to understand, thanks !!