“Got this to replace the 411 filter that came with our new HVAC system. The 413 is a direct replacement and being an OE part, installation took less than 5 minutes. The 411 filter last 9 months (out of alleged 12-months life span) before the dust accumulation exceed my tolerance. I'll see how long the 413 lasts, since it's a MERV 13 vs 411's MERV 11 rating.”
“Package arrived damaged like it had been sitting in a warehouse for over a year. I kept it and used it though clearly its not the best quality. These filters are very expensive so I will not be buying it from here again.”
“Was forced to replace my A/C and the new unit uses this filter. You can't find these at the "home" stores, but the install company will cheerfully sell you one for a much higher price. So I check with plumbingsupplyandmore, and wow, these are really expensive when compared to the cardboard framed, thin filters I have been buying for decades. Now I'm disappointed with the new A/C because I'm stcuk buying these Cadillac filters in the future. After the shock wore off, it was time to do the math. The Filtrete filters I was using previously usually cost at least $10 apiece and I needed to replace them every other month (at least - more like monthly). If you go with the recommended annual replacement from AprilAire then the cost is really the same. You'll just have to get over the sticker shock of paying for the year all at once. With three pets in the house, I'll go every six months. Thee are not cheap filters, but the are also not cheap filters. They do a great job, and really the cost is the same at the end of the day. Hopefully these will come down in price over time, and the people who HAVE to buy these can rejoice.”
“Extremely disappointed they do not last as long as the packaging states. I do not have any pets, no one smokes, I rarely cook and never open windows. My filters should not need replacement as often as it notifies me.”
“Several years ago my family upgraded our heating system, replacing a 1950s era oil heater with a natural gas system. We also upgraded a 1970s era air conditioning system, which shares the controls, fan and filter system.After a couple of years we ran into a problem with the cooling lines freezing and the air conditioning not working well. The tech from the HVAC company came out and pointed out that the filter was clogged. He provided a replacement filter and suggested we replace it every six months, recommending the two pack.Replacing it every six months with the brand he recommended has helped keep the repair people away. (They are very nice people.)”
