Understanding “MERV” With Goettl Good Guys

PHOENIX - Sept. 24, 2015 - PRLog -- A term that Phoenix homeowners should be familiar with is “MERV.” MERV stands for Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, and it determines how effective your AC filter is. MERV ratings range from 1-16 and the higher the MERV rating on a filter, the fewer dust particles and other contaminants can pass through. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) designed the MERV scale to represent a filter’s worst possible performance at removing particles .3 to 10 microns in size.

A higher MERV rating does not necessarily mean it’s more efficient. The higher the MERV rating, the smaller the pores are for air to flow through an HVAC filter. This can create more resistance in airflow than a system is designed to manage, thus making it inefficient. Reducing the air flow in your system can actually worsen the air quality in your home and put a damaging amount of pressure on the fan of your furnace or AC system. The experts at Goettl Good Guys can help you determine what the highest MERV rated filter is that still allows for maximum airflow in your system.

It’s also critical to know that filters with higher MERV ratings need to be changed more frequently (at least every three months) to avoid restricted airflow that can cause your system to work inefficiently or possibly even damage it.  The HVAC pros at Goettl can maintain all of your AC needs – we even have 24/7 emergency appointments.

About Goettl Good Guys

Goettl Good Guys Air Conditioning is an HVAC services company offering exceptional air conditioning and heating services in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Goettl offers the highest quality AC and heating equipment and provides a full range of maintenance, repair and replacement services.

From a well-maintained heating system and efficient duct system, to an indoor air quality system, Goettl Good Guys Air Conditioning completely services all of your HVAC needs. Goettl Good Guys Air Conditioning offers customers guarantees on all repairs, 24/7 emergency services and complete 26-Point system evaluation with every air conditioning call. For more information, visit www.goettl.com.