The HVAC industry is facing an increasing challenge—a shortage of skilled workers. With fewer technicians available, facility managers are under pressure to optimize operations, reduce downtime, and keep systems running efficiently with minimal labor hours. One area where significant labor savings can be achieved? Filter changes.

At Puremaxx, we’ve developed a smarter way to approach filter management that can cut labor costs in half while improving overall system performance. Here’s how:
The HVAC Labor Shortage: Why Efficiency Matters More Than Ever

The demand for skilled HVAC technicians continues to rise, but the industry struggles to fill open positions. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of HVAC mechanics and installers is projected to grow 6% by 2032, yet many companies are already feeling the effects of a shrinking workforce.

With fewer technicians available, companies are forced to do more with less, making time-saving strategies essential for maintaining operations. Labor shortages mean that every wasted hour on unnecessary tasks—such as sorting, staging, or reordering filters—directly impacts efficiency, costs, and even system performance.

That’s where a smarter approach to filter management comes in.

3 Ways to Reduce Labor on Filter Changes by 50%

Rather than spending excessive time on ordering, sorting, and replacing filters, facilities can streamline their process and maximize efficiency with these three strategies:

1. Automate Your Filter Ordering

The traditional way of ordering filters often involves checking inventory, placing variable orders, and managing unexpected shortages. This wastes valuable time and increases the risk of delays and downtime.

The Solution: Automated reoccurring orders ensure your filters arrive exactly when needed—eliminating the need for time-consuming inventory checks and emergency reorders.

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2. Eliminate Sorting & Staging with MaxxKitting

One of the biggest inefficiencies in filter replacement is the time spent sorting, staging, and distributing filters across a facility. Traditional filter shipments arrive in bulk cases, requiring technicians to manually sort them before installation.

The Solution: With MaxxKitting, filters arrive sorted and labeled by building, air handler unit, or location. This eliminates up to 55% of staging time, allowing technicians to grab and install filters with zero guesswork.

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3. Use Filters with Extended Lifespan

Many facilities change filters too early or too late, leading to unnecessary labor costs or increased energy consumption. Selecting filters that last longer and optimize airflow can extend the time between filter changes and reduce maintenance frequency.
The Solution: A Filtration Audit ensures that you’re using the right filters for your system—maximizing lifespan, efficiency, and cost savings. With data-driven filtration analysis, facilities can eliminate guesswork and unnecessary filter changes.

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Final Thoughts: Smart Ordering  = More Efficiency

Many facilities over-order, over-store, and over-replace filters—driving up labor costs, material waste, and downtime. With today’s skilled labor shortage, every minute counts.

By automating orders, eliminating sorting time, and optimizing filter lifespan, facilities can reduce labor hours by up to 50%—freeing up technicians to focus on higher-priority maintenance tasks.

Ready to make your filter program faster, smarter, and more cost-effective? Contact Puremaxx today and let’s create a customized solution that keeps your facility running at peak efficiency. 🚀