Tips to Improve Furnace Efficiency

Replacing your furnace can be a big decision to make. The expense of a new unit and the time it takes to install makes purchasing a new furnace a substantial investment. However, many homeowners still want to know how they can improve furnace efficiency without the expense of an entirely new unit. If you are happy with your current equipment, but are looking to save money and improve efficiency, there are a few simple steps you can take to improve … Continue reading Tips to Improve Furnace Efficiency

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5 Basic Tips for Buying a New Furnace

Buying a new furnace can seem like an overwhelming task. Yet, with fall on the horizon, it is important to protect your home or business from the cold St. Louis days ahead. Therefore, the experts at Galmiche & Sons have compiled this comprehensive list to make buying a new furnace as easy as possible for you. Take a look as these hints to gain insight before you make your purchase. If you are ready to move forward with your purchase … Continue reading 5 Basic Tips for Buying a New Furnace

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Keeping Warm without a Heater: Tips for Those Holding off Turning on the Furnace

Many people try to wait as long as possible before turning on the furnace for winter. While keeping warm without a heater is certainly possible, especially before the weather turns fully, it can take a little planning to do so comfortably. Most people approach the issue without really thinking about keeping warm without a heater. They assume putting up with a little discomfort is the price to pay for lower energy bills. However, for fall days that start to chill, … Continue reading Keeping Warm without a Heater: Tips for Those Holding off Turning on the Furnace

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Furnace Replacement: 4 Must Look for Features

Furnace Replacement: Features to Look for

Are you tired of constant repairs and your furnace leaving you in the cold? Have you finally admitted it is time to do away with a problem furnace? If you are thinking about furnace replacement, it probably feels like a bad situation. Whether your last furnace went the way of a catastrophic failure or it simply is not delivering the results you need anymore, furnace replacement is a big step and it can be an expensive one. It is also … Continue reading Furnace Replacement: 4 Must Look for Features

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Fall HVAC Maintenance: What to Expect

It is highly recommended by manufacturers and top HVAC companies alike to have your HVAC system checked regularly and have routine maintenance performed as needed. Allowing your system to go without a fall HVAC maintenance check is a good way to expose yourself to more problems down the road. While this may just mean a less efficient heating and cooling system and the discomfort and cost that comes with it, putting off fall HVAC maintenance can cause more serious issues … Continue reading Fall HVAC Maintenance: What to Expect

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Summer Heater Maintenance: Caring for Your Furnace in Summer

The furnace or heater is certainly the last thing on your mind during the summer. However, heater maintenance is quite important during these summer months. This ensures that your heating system is in good working condition when the summer heat fades and you need it. Although heater maintenance should be a regular occurrence, here are a couple of things that you can do during the summer to ensure that your heater is ready for the winter chill. If you are … Continue reading Summer Heater Maintenance: Caring for Your Furnace in Summer

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How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Furnace?

There are certain things that are bound to get your attention when they fail to work. Your furnace is just one of them. There is little as bad as having a broken furnace, especially during the cold St. Louis winter nights. With a broken furnace comes several questions, with the fundamental one being what would it cost to replace the furnace. The truth is, every homeowner has different needs, so there is no universal answer to the question. However, in … Continue reading How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Furnace?

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What Makes Galmiche & Sons the Place to Turn to for Furnace Repair in St. Louis?

Wherever you live, you will at one point or another need furnace repair. St. Louis has been proudly served by Galmiche & Sons since 1950, and we are the HVAC company that you can trust for all of your furnace repair in St. Louis. We have been tending to our neighbors in St. Louis for many years and have built our reputation on providing our customers service that is nothing short of the best. We are not satisfied with our … Continue reading What Makes Galmiche & Sons the Place to Turn to for Furnace Repair in St. Louis?

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How Does a Furnace Work?

There are several residential heating system types, and without a doubt, furnaces are among the most popular today. While older models used coal and wood for fuel, newer models tend to use electricity and gas and are much more efficient. During the cold winter months in St. Louis, you are undoubtedly grateful for the furnace. However, do you really understand how the furnace works? Understanding the how a furnace works will help you keep it in good working condition. After … Continue reading How Does a Furnace Work?

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Why is My Heating Bill So High? Common Causes for a High Heating Bill

“Why is my heating bill so high?” is a common question that frustrates many St. Louis residents during the winter months. Not only does a high heating bill wreak havoc on your family budget, it also makes you wonder what is causing the flare up. Below we discuss some possible causes of your high heating bill and how to fix them. For more help in the greater St. Louis area, give Galmiche & Sons a call at 314-993-1110 so we … Continue reading Why is My Heating Bill So High? Common Causes for a High Heating Bill

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