Senior Editor
Jordan Reed
HVAC service tech turned home-air-quality writer
Jordan Reed covers FilterCycle with hands-on testing and plain-language buyer guides.
Investigations
- MERV Ratings Explained (Without the Sales Pitch)
Plain-language MERV guide: what each tier actually catches, when MERV 13 is worth it, and when a high-MERV filter starves your blower.
- The FilterCycle Replacement Calendar
The flagship calendar: when to swap furnace filters, fridge cartridges, and whole-house media based on pressure drop and household load — with subscription traps called out.
Recent pricing alerts
- Best Air Filters Compared: MERV Ratings and Top Picks
- The Best Air Purifier Filters for Cleaner Indoor Air
- The Best Furnace Filters to Buy for Cleaner Air and Better Efficiency
- Finding the Right Air Filter Size: A Complete Guide with Calculator
- When to Replace Your Air Filter and Which One to Choose
- How Often to Change Your HVAC Filter When You Have Pets