Does having a dirty filter have an effect on you ac?

Question

getting hot air in vegas

Answer 1

yes it makes the unit work harder wasting electricity

does not filter air properly

can cause the unit to leak

a bit like a vacuum cleaner bag when full

it does not work as well when full of dust

Answer 2

Yes!  You need to change your filter AT LEAST every 90 days (I change mine every 30).  It will make a huge difference in the quality of the air, it will reduce the amount of energy your AC uses and it will extend the life of your AC unit.