Air Filters Pembroke
Furnace, heat pump and commercial HVAC filters for Pembroke's heritage homes, rentals, military families and local businesses – manufactured in Brampton and shipped to your door.
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- ✓ MERV 8 · 11 · 13
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Air quality in Pembroke
Pembroke sits where the Muskrat River meets the Ottawa River at Allumette Lake, with Quebec's Pontiac region just across the water. The riverside setting brings damp springs and foggy fall mornings, and older homes near the water and the downtown core can develop musty basements that let mould spores circulate through the ductwork.
As the county seat and main service centre of Renfrew County, Pembroke has more traffic than the surrounding townships, with Highway 17, Highway 41 and the bridges to Allumette Island and Quebec all converging on the city. Truck traffic, construction and the city's long history as a lumber town – along with wood stoves still common in older homes and nearby rural areas – add fine particles to the local air, especially on cold, still winter days.
Wildfire smoke is a growing concern. Pembroke sits on the edge of Ontario's and Quebec's great forests, and smoke from the June 2023 Quebec wildfires blanketed the Upper Ottawa Valley for days. A pleated MERV 13 filter in your furnace is one of the most effective ways to reduce that smoke inside your home.
Pembroke climate, homes & HVAC systems
Pembroke has a cold, continental climate with long, snowy winters and frequent cold snaps below -25°C, plus warm, sometimes humid summers. Heating season runs from late September into May, and many households now run central air or heat pumps through the summer as well, keeping the furnace blower – and filter – busy much of the year.
The city's housing includes brick and frame heritage homes near downtown, post-war bungalows and 1960s–80s split-levels, newer subdivisions on the city's edges, and plenty of rental homes and apartments. With CFB Petawawa just up the highway, many military families rent or buy in Pembroke, and frequent moves mean filter sizes are often unknown to new occupants. Most in-town homes heat with natural gas forced air, while older homes may still have oil or electric baseboard.
MERV 11 year-round, MERV 13 for smoke and allergies
MERV 11 handles dust, pollen, pet dander and wood smoke drift for most Pembroke homes. Switch to MERV 13 during wildfire smoke events, or year-round if anyone has asthma or allergies.
Shop MERV 11 → Shop MERV 13 →Seasonal filter tips for Pembroke
- Spring: Install a fresh filter as the ice leaves the Ottawa River and tree pollen begins.
- Summer: Keep windows closed on smoke advisory days and let the AC or heat pump filter the air.
- Fall: Replace the filter before the furnace starts up in late September.
- Winter: Check monthly – long cold snaps keep the furnace running nearly nonstop.
Which MERV rating is right for your Pembroke home?
MERV (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) measures how well a filter captures particles of different sizes under the ASHRAE 52.2 test standard. Higher numbers catch smaller particles. Most residential furnaces in Canada run well on MERV 8 to MERV 13 – here is how to choose:
| Rating | What it captures | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| MERV 8 | Dust, lint, pollen, mould spores and larger particles (3–10 microns) | Budget-friendly everyday protection, rental units, new-build dust |
| MERV 11 | Everything MERV 8 does plus pet dander, fine dust and some smoke (1–3 microns) | Most family homes, pets, seasonal allergies |
| MERV 13 | Fine particles down to 0.3–1 micron, including much of the PM2.5 in wildfire smoke | Asthma, allergies, wildfire smoke, newborns and seniors |
Not sure? Read our complete MERV rating guide. If you are moving up to MERV 13 on an older furnace, a deeper 2-inch or 4-inch filter keeps airflow healthy.
Popular furnace filter sizes in Pembroke
Most Pembroke homes use standard 1-inch filters like 16x25x1 and 20x25x1, while newer gas furnaces often take 4-inch filters. Rental units and apartments sometimes need special sizes – we make them to order.
How often to change your furnace filter in Pembroke
| Filter depth | Typical home | Pets, allergies or smoke |
|---|---|---|
| 1-inch | Every 1–3 months | Every 30–45 days |
| 2-inch | Every 3–4 months | Every 2 months |
| 4-inch | Every 6–9 months | Every 4–6 months |
| 5-inch | Every 9–12 months | Every 6 months |
If you've just moved into a Pembroke rental or posting, check the filter right away – it may not have been changed in months. See the full filter changing guide.
Air filters for Pembroke businesses & property managers
Pembroke is the regional hub of the Upper Ottawa Valley, with Pembroke Regional Hospital, a college campus, schools, long-term care and seniors' residences, government offices, retail centres and manufacturers. Many businesses also serve CFB Petawawa and its families. Health care and education facilities depend on reliable filtration to protect patients, residents and students.
We supply hospitals, long-term care homes, schools, property managers, landlords and HVAC contractors in Pembroke with pleated, pocket, rigid cell, V-bank and HEPA filters in bulk, with volume pricing and scheduled deliveries for approved accounts.
- Pleated filters in 1", 2" and 4" depths, MERV 8–13
- Pocket (bag) filters, rigid cell and V-bank filters for rooftop units and air handlers
- Wire panel, HEPA, carbon and media pads & rolls
- Volume pricing, scheduled deliveries and NET terms for approved business accounts
Shipping & delivery to Pembroke
Orders to Pembroke ship for a $25 flat rate, and orders of $2,500 or more ship free. Most orders arrive in 3–9 business days.
Standard sizes are usually made and shipped within 1–2 weeks; custom sizes can take up to 3 weeks. Prefer to collect? Free pickup is available Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM at 15 Melanie Drive, Brampton. Full details are on our shipping & returns page.
Why Pembroke customers choose Canadian Air Filters
Areas we deliver to in Pembroke
Downtown Pembroke · Pembroke Street · Riverside Park area · Pembroke Marina area · Cotnam Island · East End · West End · Muskrat River area · Laurentian Valley · Petawawa · Alice · Beachburg · Westmeath
Nearby location pages: Ottawa, Clarence-Rockland, Russell Township, North Grenville (Kemptville), Merrickville-Wolford, Beckwith Township, Carleton Place, Mississippi Mills (Almonte), Montague Township, McNab/Braeside, Arnprior, Horton Township, Renfrew, Whitewater Region, Laurentian Valley, Smiths Falls, Perth, Drummond/North Elmsley. Or see all locations we deliver to.
Pembroke air filter FAQ
What MERV rating do Pembroke homes need?
MERV 11 is a strong everyday choice. Use MERV 13 for wildfire smoke, asthma or allergies, and change it on time.
I'm a military family just posted near Pembroke – how do I find my filter size?
Read the size printed on the existing filter frame, such as 16x25x1, or measure it. Then search our site – if it's an odd size, we can make it in our Brampton factory.
Did wildfire smoke affect Pembroke?
Yes. Smoke from the June 2023 Quebec wildfires blanketed the Upper Ottawa Valley for days. A MERV 13 filter with windows closed and the furnace fan on helps reduce indoor smoke.
Do you supply filters to Pembroke landlords and property managers?
Yes. We supply pleated filters in bulk with volume pricing and scheduled deliveries. See our bulk orders page.
How often should I change my furnace filter in Pembroke?
Check a 1-inch filter monthly during winter and replace it every one to two months. Deeper 4- or 5-inch filters usually last six months or more.
Will a better filter help with musty basements near the river?
A pleated MERV 11 or MERV 13 filter captures mould spores circulating through your ductwork, but you should also control humidity with a dehumidifier.
How much does shipping to Pembroke cost?
Orders to Pembroke ship for a $25 flat rate, and orders of $2,500 or more ship free. Most orders arrive in 3–9 business days.
Can you make custom-size filters for my Pembroke home or building?
Yes. Because we manufacture in Brampton, we can build non-standard and custom sizes to order – usually within about 3 weeks. Use our custom filter form or email info@canadianairfilters.com with your dimensions and MERV rating.
Helpful air quality guides
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