Welcome to Week 31 of the Weekly Home Check

Our air conditioners have been working overtime this summer, and it’s been three months since we last swapped out air filters and cleaned the purifiers—time to give them a little care!

💨 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 grid, replace 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

If you have a dog like me, an air purifier can do wonders to reduce the amount of dust in your home. Regular cleaning helps keep air purifiers running efficiently and can extend their lifespan.

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.

Be sure to check my socials for step-by-step how-to videos—and don’t forget to tag @weeklyhomecheck when you swap out that dirty filter!

🛠️ Supplies and Materials

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

• ​Amazon ​
• ​Walmart ​
• ​Lowes ​
• ​Home Depot ​

-Kyshawn

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