Even in the warmer months of the year, you should regularly monitor your furnace filter's condition -- and replace it as needed -- to keep your family safe and your furnace in good working condition.

If you’re thinking you only have to change your furnace filter once a year, you may be shortening the life of your furnace.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A man kneels while pulling a dirty filter out of a furnace - Backyardproduction/Getty Images Changing your furnace filter is one ...

Changing your furnace filter is one of those home maintenance chores that's easy to forget until you've got a problem. Typically located in tucked-away spots like a basement, crawlspace, or attic, ...