St. Louis Air Conditioning: Experts in Repair, Replacement, and Maintenance

Since 1950, Galmiche & Sons has been providing St. Louis and the surrounding areas with air conditioning and heating services of the highest quality. From every day maintenance to big repairs and air conditioner replacement, we strive to help our customers get the most out of their air conditioners. HVAC systems can be tricky to maintain, and it is a real pain when they are not working right, so knowing where to turn for reliable expert service is a must … Continue reading St. Louis Air Conditioning: Experts in Repair, Replacement, and Maintenance

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Types of Central Air Conditioners

When it comes to comparing central air conditioners, there is a lot to consider. From the size of your home to your specific cooling needs, installing central air conditioning can be a complicated endeavor. The first question to answer, though, is what type of central air conditioner you need. With the right information though, you can make the best choice for your home, and be cool and comfortable for years to come. Most home central air conditioners last from 10-15 … Continue reading Types of Central Air Conditioners

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R22 Refrigerant Phase Out: What It Means for Your Air Conditioner

After 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), together with many similar agencies internationally, determined that R22 refrigerant, commonly known as Freon, should be phased out. R22 refrigerant was previously the standard for air conditioners, but its use has since been greatly reduced. In fact, in 2010 there were 110 million pounds of R22 refrigerant in the US — by 2013 that was reduced to 39 million. Right now, the EPA plans to keep reducing this amount to 13 million pounds … Continue reading R22 Refrigerant Phase Out: What It Means for Your Air Conditioner

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5 Things to Know Before Adding Central Air Conditioning to Your Home

There are many advantages to central air conditioning, though the most obvious is its effectiveness at keeping your home cool. It is no small decision though. Central air conditioning is a big investment and can require a lot of work to install and maintain. That said, with the right HVAC service team, putting in central air can be a great investment that will keep you comfortable for years to come. In the greater St. Louis area, the heating & air … Continue reading 5 Things to Know Before Adding Central Air Conditioning to Your Home

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A Guide to Ductless Air Conditioners

Guide to Ductless Air Conditioners in St. Louis

There are many reasons why you might be considering ductless air conditioners for your home or business. From restoring historic houses that cannot be re-done with ducts, to supplementing central air in a larger space, ductless air conditioners can be a powerful addition to your HVAC system. If you live somewhere that does not allow air conditioners with ducts, but you want to boost the cooling power in your space, ductless air conditioners are almost surely the way to go. … Continue reading A Guide to Ductless Air Conditioners

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Should You Consider Air Conditioner Replacement? 5 Questions to Consider

It is never a good feeling to realize your air conditioner needs replacement. The cost and the hassle of air conditioning replacement can certainly be a pain in the neck. The effects of continuing to use your old unit may be even worse though. There are a few rules and standards you can use to tell whether your air conditioner needs replacement, but in St. Louis, you can also just ask one of the heating & air conditioning professionals at … Continue reading Should You Consider Air Conditioner Replacement? 5 Questions to Consider

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DIY Air Conditioner Tips to Prepare Your Air Conditioner for Summer

With summer coming, your air conditioner is going to start getting a lot more use, and that can lead to problems if you don’t take care to prepare for the season. Spring is a great time to schedule professional HVAC maintenance to check your HVAC system and make sure it is ready to go, but there are a few DIY air conditioner tricks you can use as well. For the most part, these DIY air conditioner tips will involve making … Continue reading DIY Air Conditioner Tips to Prepare Your Air Conditioner for Summer

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DIY Tips to Prevent Air Conditioner Problems

Your air conditioner takes a lot of heat — especially in the summer months when you are using it heavily. To keep it working well even during heavy use, there are a few easy things you can do to prevent air conditioner problems. The first step though, is understanding the causes of common air conditioner issues and a little bit about how your air conditioner works. In St. Louis, Galmiche & Sons can help you learn more about how to … Continue reading DIY Tips to Prevent Air Conditioner Problems

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Air Conditioner Troubleshooting: Diagnosing Common Air Conditioner Problems

There are a few common air conditioner problems that you can expect to deal with at some point in the life of your HVAC system. Unfortunately, just about every air conditioner needs repairs now and then, no matter how well you take care of it. Thankfully, though, there is a lot you can do to prevent air conditioner problems as well as deal with them quickly when they do come up. One way you can prevent problems from getting out … Continue reading Air Conditioner Troubleshooting: Diagnosing Common Air Conditioner Problems

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Why Does My Air Conditioning Need a Tune Up Every Year

While many people often forget or overlook air conditioner maintenance, there are a lot of good reasons to give your air conditioning a tune up at least once a year. Without the right information, you might be tempted to skip the yearly tune-up, but the more you know about your air conditioner, the easier it is to see why such maintenance is necessary. Not only can a regular air conditioning tune up prevent big problems down the road, it can … Continue reading Why Does My Air Conditioning Need a Tune Up Every Year

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