Trusted Handyman Services in Waukegan, IL

Winter is finally giving way to the warmer weather you’ve been longing for. Your heater will finally get a well-deserved time-out, and your air conditioner will be next in the lineup. Get ready with a little spring training to shape-up your system for its upcoming summer activity. Keep your AC fit with a spring air filter change: Changing your air filter is more than a warm-up for your AC’s summer workout. A dirty, old air filter will force your system to breathe harder than it should, decreasing efficiency and comfort, and increasing your energy bills and carbon footprint. Breathe right. A dirty air filter doesn't just make your system breathe harder, it is hard on your lungs as well, creating poor indoor air quality. Get a head start with the right filter. Today a variety of air filters are available for meeting your air quality needs. Rated on a MERV scale of 1-16, higher numbers indicate finer filtration. Throw-away & Electrostatic In the MERV 1-8 range, these inexpensive filters remove large particles of dirt, dust, pollen and animal hair. MERV ratings are typically not advertised on the packaging. Cartridge & Pleated These MERV 5-8 rated filters remove mold, spores, dust mites and droppings, animal dander, hairspray, dusting aids and more, making them a great choice for homeowners. Box & Bag MERV 9-16 rated filters, in addition to trapping the particles described in the above filters, remove smoke, insecticide dust, bacteria and droplets...