Busting Winter Heating Myths: Fact or Fiction?

Ever wondered if you are letting heat out by opening your windows in winter? Or if cranking out the thermostat will heat your home faster? Are some truths, in fact, widely-held misconceptions? In this article we explore some common winter heating myths, and provide the truths that can help keep you warm this winter while saving on heating bills. For more HVAC tips and answers to any HVAC issues you may be facing, contact the St. Louis heating and air … Continue reading Busting Winter Heating Myths: Fact or Fiction?

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Budget Friendly Heating Tips: 5 Ways to Stay Warm and Toasty This Winter without Cranking Up the Heat

Budget Friendly Heating Tips | St. Louis HVAC

St. Louis winters can get downright cold, and with energy bills rising, it is no wonder homeowners find themselves wondering how they can keep warm without breaking the bank. With these budget friendly heating tips, you can beat the cold and make even the chilliest day feel manageable. To learn more and ensure your furnace is in good shape for heating your home optimally, contact the heating and air conditioning experts at Galmiche & Sons to schedule a furnace check-up … Continue reading Budget Friendly Heating Tips: 5 Ways to Stay Warm and Toasty This Winter without Cranking Up the Heat

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DIY HVAC Repairs vs. Hiring a Contractor

Let’s face it – HVAC repairs are quite costly, especially if you have an old unit that breaks down frequently. So, it is natural to want to DIY HVAC repairs and save significant money. Now, while there is nothing wrong with trying to fix your HVAC unit’s issue on your own, some problems are meant to be handled by HVAC professionals. When it comes to the intricacies of your heating and cooling systems, striking the balance between what you can … Continue reading DIY HVAC Repairs vs. Hiring a Contractor

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When to Call an HVAC Technician vs. DIY Repair

Every homeowner wants their HVAC system to be in top-notch condition so that they can keep their home nice and comfortable. However, just like every other appliance, your HVAC system can break down, malfunction, and require repair and maintenance. When it comes to this, it is critical to know when to call an HVAC technician versus when you can DIY repair. While there are some repair tasks that you can handle on your own, others require the expertise of a … Continue reading When to Call an HVAC Technician vs. DIY Repair

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How to Test Your Indoor Air Quality

Clean and healthy air is a basic necessity for everyone. With the ever-increasing pollution outside and concerns of indoor air pollution and disease, ensuring your indoor air remains in healthy and pollution-free is crucial for your overall well-being. Poor indoor air quality can lead to several health issues, like allergies and respiratory problems. So the important questions revolve around how to identify poor indoor air quality, how to test indoor air quality, and how to improve it. Read on to … Continue reading How to Test Your Indoor Air Quality

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How Often Should You Change Your Humidifier Filter/Pad?

One of the most common humidifier questions that we get asked is "How often should I change my humidifier filter for best performance?" A whole home humidifier is an incredible device that adds moisture to your home and keeps it comfortable during the dry and brutal winter months. However, for the best performance and peak efficiency, you need to change your humidifier filter or pad regularly. In this blog post, we will talk more about how often should you change … Continue reading How Often Should You Change Your Humidifier Filter/Pad?

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How To Save Energy with Proper Home Insulation this Winter

Home insulation is one of the most important things you can do to improve your home’s energy efficiency and maximize energy savings. Properly insulating your home can save you up to 30 percent on your energy bill, and it will also make your home more comfortable throughout the year. In this blog post, we will explore how to save energy with proper home insulation this winter. To learn more about what you can do to save energy on your heating … Continue reading How To Save Energy with Proper Home Insulation this Winter

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Post-Holiday Season HVAC Maintenance Checklist

HVAC Maintenance Checklist for the Post Holiday Season

After the business and cheer of the holidays is over, we often find ourselves forced back into reality with a long list of to dos to accomplish. One thing you shouldn’t forget in the midst of all your post-holiday chores is to give your HVAC system a checkup. Just like your car, your HVAC system needs regular maintenance to keep it running smoothly. Read on for our post-holiday HVAC maintenance checklist to help you streamline the process and make sure … Continue reading Post-Holiday Season HVAC Maintenance Checklist

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Tips to Prevent Frozen Pipes in Your Home

Did you know that severe winter weather can seriously affect your home’s plumbing? When the temperatures go down, your pipes can freeze, crack, or even burst. So the question arises – how can we prevent frozen pipes during the peak winter season? There are several precautionary steps you can take to prevent frozen pipes in your home. The biggest tip is to ensure that your HVAC system is running efficiently to prevent breakdowns or hot and cold spots during extreme … Continue reading Tips to Prevent Frozen Pipes in Your Home

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Signs You Need to Change Your Furnace Filter

Every furnace system is fitted with a filter that aids in trapping airborne particles and dust when air is drawn into the system. These filters play a crucial role in improving your home’s air quality and also ensure the efficient functioning of your furnace. Yet changing the furnace filter is a critical task that most people end up skipping. In the following sections, we will explain the importance of filter replacement, and the warning signs that indicate that you need … Continue reading Signs You Need to Change Your Furnace Filter

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