HVAC Maintenance Guides
Why MERV 13 Filters Restrict Your HVAC Airflow
High-efficiency MERV 13 filters offer superior air cleaning but may overwhelm standard HVAC systems, causing restricted airflow, elevated energy costs, uneven heating or cooling, and accelerated wear. This guide explains the impacts and provides strategies to select appropriate filters that balance filtration with system performance.
Brent Barrett
6 min read