What do i do if my air conditioner filter gets sucked up into the ducts?

Question

the filter has disappeared into the a/c ducts. is it easy to retrieve it?

Answer 1

It will need to be removed so it doesnt restrict airflow.

Duct system vary widely so it's hard to tell you where to get it out.

I would try to fish it out from the side you lost it from.

If the air handler or furnace is near it may be easier to open an access door there and remove.

Answer 2

You need a clean one with more strength or flow rate.

To get the old one out, you may have to cut the duct open.

Seal it back up with silver duct tape afterwards.