6 Common Reasons Your AC Went Out (and How to Fix It)

Summer, for those in St. Louis, and much of the country, also signals the AC season. Unfortunately, this can also be the prime time for AC breakdown and repairs. But before you start sweating the idea of shelling out cash for a repair, here are six common reasons your AC went out and how to fix them yourself. To learn more about common AC problems or to schedule professional repair service from our heating and cooling experts, contact Galmiche & … Continue reading 6 Common Reasons Your AC Went Out (and How to Fix It)

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How to Check If Your AC is Working Properly

Having your home AC turned on makes your home a lot more comfortable, but it is important to make sure that it is working properly. There are a lot of things that go into making an air conditioner work, from electric components and refrigerants to metal coils. Minor to major issues with any of these components can impact the performance of your AC. If you turn the AC on and find that your home is not cool enough, here is … Continue reading How to Check If Your AC is Working Properly

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AC Maintenance Checklist: What to Do Before the Air Conditioner Goes On

AC maintenance is important to ensure your unit runs smoothly and efficiently all season long. With the summer heat on its way, it is time to start preparing your air conditioner for the season. To make sure your AC is up for the challenge, follow these simple steps in our AC maintenance checklist for prepping your air conditioner before you turn it on. To learn more about our air conditioner maintenance checklist or to schedule professional maintenance for your St. … Continue reading AC Maintenance Checklist: What to Do Before the Air Conditioner Goes On

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7 DIY AC Maintenance Tips for Spring

While spring may start out cool in St. Louis, spring always brings with it the inevitable heat wave. Before you break a sweat trying to cool down your home, take a few minutes to do some basic DIY AC maintenance. These seven tips will help keep your AC running smoothly all season long while saving you costly repairs, downtime, and electricity bills. For more tips on DIY maintenance or to schedule a tune up with our heating and cooling professionals, … Continue reading 7 DIY AC Maintenance Tips for Spring

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Find Expert St. Louis Heating and Air Conditioning Repair Professionals

When it comes to heating and air conditioning repair, there are a lot of companies that say they can handle the job. But do you really know who you can trust? Some companies may lack the certification and expertise to handle your projects while others may follow unsavory business practices, trying to take advantage of you in a time of need. Serving St. Louis since 1950, Galmiche & Sons is a local name that you can trust in the HVAC … Continue reading Find Expert St. Louis Heating and Air Conditioning Repair Professionals

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The Best Choice for Comprehensive Air Conditioner Service in St. Louis

Your air conditioner is a hard worker, especially during the hot summer season in St. Louis when it is used at a maximum capacity. Most air conditioners have been designed to last a long time, but due to normal wear-and-tear or lack of maintenance, they may eventually break down and need the help of an air conditioner service professional. During times like these, you need to hire an air conditioner service company that you can trust. Whether you need speedy … Continue reading The Best Choice for Comprehensive Air Conditioner Service in St. Louis

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Prevent Costly HVAC Repairs with Regular Maintenance

Your HVAC system runs almost all year long. It works extremely hard to keep your home cool during the summer months and warm and cozy during the winter. But we often take it for granted and only remember that the HVAC unit needs attention when there is a serious problem. We could save ourselves all this trouble and prevent costly HVAC repair by simply putting some time into routine HVAC maintenance. Regular maintenance of your HVAC system ensures that it … Continue reading Prevent Costly HVAC Repairs with Regular Maintenance

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AC Tripping Circuit Breaker? Here is Why That Could Happen

Air conditioners are meant to keep you comfortable in the hot and humid St. Louis summers. But imagine the horror of your AC stopping suddenly leaving you sweating and flushed, unable to figure out what went wrong. We certainly hope you do not have to go through this struggle, but your AC tripping circuit breaker is not uncommon. The real challenge is identifying why it happens. If it is a one-time incident, there is nothing much to worry about. You … Continue reading AC Tripping Circuit Breaker? Here is Why That Could Happen

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Why Does My Air Conditioner Need Refrigerant?

While air conditioners are designed to recirculate refrigerant, you may have had an HVAC tech tell you from time to time that your air conditioner needs refrigerant topped off. If you have ever heard this and wondered, “Why does my air conditioner need refrigerant?”, here is what you should know. Refrigerant is the fluid inside your air conditioner that easily changes between liquid and gaseous states. It moves through the condenser as a liquid and enters the evaporator coil, pulling … Continue reading Why Does My Air Conditioner Need Refrigerant?

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DIY Air Conditioner Repair: Things You Should Never Do To Your AC

Why You Should avoid DIY Air Conditioner Repair

However tempting it may be to tinker around with your air conditioner to fix a problem, you should avoid it. An air conditioner is a complex unit with many moving parts. They need careful handling, and some are even dangerous to handle without the right knowledge and tools. Bottom line: DIY air conditioner repair is risky and best left to HVAC professionals. With over 70 years of experience performing air conditioner repair and servicing in the greater St. Louis area, … Continue reading DIY Air Conditioner Repair: Things You Should Never Do To Your AC

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