How to Know if Your Thermostat is Reading the Wrong Temperature

How to Know if Your Thermostat is Reading the Wrong Temperature

There are a lot of reasons why your thermostat might be reading the wrong temperature, from electrical issues to dirty air filters, and more. The first step to fixing these though, is to determine if your thermostat really is reading the wrong temperature to begin with. From there, you can try a few quick fixes, which might solve the problem for you. Or, in St. Louis you can contact the heating & air conditioning team at Galmiche & Sons to … Continue reading How to Know if Your Thermostat is Reading the Wrong Temperature

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HVAC Maintenance: Caring for Your HVAC Condenser Fan Motor

Caring for Your HVAC Condenser Fan Motor

In the outdoor unit of your air conditioner, there are a few vital components for facilitating the heat transfer that makes AC possible. In particular, you will find the condenser coil as well as a condenser fan and the condenser fan motor. Together, the condenser fan motor and the coil itself keep your AC working and keep you cool. So, it is important to make sure you perform proper cleaning and maintenance on these pieces and, in particular, look out … Continue reading HVAC Maintenance: Caring for Your HVAC Condenser Fan Motor

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Ways to Cool Off with a Broken Air Conditioner

Cool Off with a Broken Air Conditioner

Dealing with a broken air conditioner during the hot summer months can be a real pain for you and your family. You can only spend so much time away from the house, and — after all — it is your home and you should be able to expect comfort there. There are a lot of good ways to stay cool while you wait for your broken air conditioner to get running again, but the first step is to make sure … Continue reading Ways to Cool Off with a Broken Air Conditioner

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Air Conditioner Losing Its Cool? It Might be Time for Air Conditioner Coil Cleaning

Benefits of Air Conditioner Coil Cleaning

When your air conditioner starts to slow down, or lose some of its cooling power, there are a lot of potential issues that might be responsible. From dirty air filters to leaks in your ductwork, many things can cause your AC to slow down. One thing that many do not consider is that you might need air conditioner coil cleaning. Just like any part of your HVAC system, air conditioner coils need cleaning every once in a while to remove … Continue reading Air Conditioner Losing Its Cool? It Might be Time for Air Conditioner Coil Cleaning

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Tips to Prevent Air Leaks and Save

Tips to Prevent Air Leaks

It can be amazing how much a little leak can end up costing you in terms of wasted energy. When you have leaks and gaps in your home’s insulation or ductwork, your HVAC system works overtime trying to keep your home cooled. Since heat can seep in through these gaps, it means that areas that were just cooled have to be cooled again. Therefore, it is important to take measures to prevent air leaks around your home and especially within … Continue reading Tips to Prevent Air Leaks and Save

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Energy Saving Tips for the Most Energy Efficient Home This Summer

Energy Saving Tips for the Most Energy Efficient Home

The summer months can be hard on your air conditioner, especially if you are home a lot. Keeping your home comfortable and cool is important, but the more you use your AC, the harder it works, and the more likely a breakdown becomes. So, it is important to limit your air conditioner use with energy saving tips, and take measures to keep things cooler naturally. Of course, the biggest benefit of applying energy saving tips to your HVAC system is … Continue reading Energy Saving Tips for the Most Energy Efficient Home This Summer

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How to Save Energy While You Are Away on Vacation

How to Save Energy While You Are Away on Vacation

Going on vacation is often a big expense, so it helps if when you are away, you will not be spending as much on energy for appliances or heating and cooling. You can save a lot on energy bills just by turning off the air conditioner while you are away, but did you know there is more you can do to save energy while on vacation? Preparing your HVAC system correctly — and taking a few other measures — can … Continue reading How to Save Energy While You Are Away on Vacation

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Programmable Thermostat Savings: Can Programmable Thermostats Really Save You Money?

Programmable Thermostat Savings

Most modern heating and cooling systems are designed to work with a programmable thermostat and the savings you will find when you use yours properly can really add up. So, if you don’t have a programmable thermostat, the savings make it worth investing in one. If you do, there are a few things you can do to maximize how much energy (and money) you save. If you do not have one yet, your heating & air conditioning professionals at Galmiche … Continue reading Programmable Thermostat Savings: Can Programmable Thermostats Really Save You Money?

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How to Plant Trees for HVAC Savings

How to Plant Trees for HVAC Savings

Your HVAC system works hard, especially in the summer months, and anything you can do to lessen the load will not only help keep your system running longer, but it will also save you money on energy bills too. In fact, you can see a lot of HVAC savings through simple tweaks to your HVAC system and your home. One great way to realize HVAC savings all summer is to plant a few trees. Just by adding a couple of … Continue reading How to Plant Trees for HVAC Savings

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Dusty Home? Your HVAC System May Be to Blame

HVAC System & Indoor Air Quality

We often think about air quality as it applies to the air outside, but indoor air quality is an important factor in respiratory health as well. You might think that dust problems are reserved for the dry winter days, but dust can be a problem in the summer as well. In fact, if you continue to have dust problems into the summer, it may be that your HVAC system is to blame. If you notice a lot of dust in … Continue reading Dusty Home? Your HVAC System May Be to Blame

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