Welcome to Week 18 of the Weekly Home Check

Three months have flown by, which means it’s time to swap out those air filters and clean the air purifiers again.

💨 Replace HVAC Filters

For air return vents/grids:

1. Locate the metal grid inside your home. They are generally in a central location, in the hallway or ceiling.
2. Turn off the unit to prevent blowing dust.
3. Open the grid, replace the used filter with a brand new one. I like to use a MERV 8, which can be found here.
4. Close the grid, turn the unit back on.

For air handlers/furnaces:

1. Turn off the unit.
2. On your HVAC, remove the old filter near the air handler/furnace with a brand new one.
3. Turn the unit back on.

😶‍🌫️ Clean Air Purifier Filters

With spring allergies in full swing, an air purifier can do wonders to reduce the amount of allergens in your home. Regular cleaning helps keep them running efficiently and can extend their lifespan. Here is a link to the Coway Airmega I use in my home.

1. Turn off and unplug purifier.
2. Clean the air quality sensor with a cotton swab every 2 months
3. Clean the pre-filter every 2-4 weeks with a vacuum or rinse with water. Air dry & replace.
4. The filter should be replaced every 8-12 months. When you do replace, make sure to note in your home journal and log book so you remember.

🛠️ Supplies and Materials

Looking for the cleaning products I've used in previous weeks? Find all my supplies and tools linked below:

• ​Amazon​
• ​Walmart​
• ​Lowes​

Watch my socials for step-by-step videos, and don’t forget to tag @weeklyhomecheck when you swap out that dirty filter!

- Kyshawn

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