Tips for Prepping Your Home & HVAC System Before Leaving for Vacation

Preparing your HVAC System for Winter Holidays

Now that the holidays are officially here, it is easy to get caught up in the fury of holiday shopping and vacation planning. While you are busy packing up for a vacation to visit or spend time with family, do not forget to prep your home in St. Louis to keep it safe and secure while you are away. As part of this prep, do not forget to check your HVAC system as well to ensure your home is safe … Continue reading Tips for Prepping Your Home & HVAC System Before Leaving for Vacation

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Ways You Could Be Losing Money without a Commercial HVAC Maintenance Contract

You have probably heard a lot about HVAC maintenance contracts from various companies and sources around the web. So, are they worth it? Consider this: one of the main reasons why HVAC expenses can get so high is the failure to catch small issues before they become big (and expensive) problems. With regular maintenance, you can rest easy knowing a professional is keeping tabs on your system and keeping it in top condition. In this article, we will show you … Continue reading Ways You Could Be Losing Money without a Commercial HVAC Maintenance Contract

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How to Fix Uneven Heating & Cooling in a Two Story Home

Do you ever wonder why your home seems to be two different temperatures at the same time? Frustrated by how uneven the heating and cooling is on different levels of your home? You are not alone. A lot of people who live in multi-level homes experience this uneven heating and cooling as the result of thermal convection. Thermal convection is the process where the cool air sinks to the lowest part of the home and pushes the warm air upwards. … Continue reading How to Fix Uneven Heating & Cooling in a Two Story Home

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Cleaning Your Whole House Humidifier: A DIY Guide

Right off the bat it is important to note that before attempting to clean your whole house humidifier, you should absolutely read through the Owner’s Manual that came with your unit for specific instructions regarding your particular make and model. With that out of the way, here is Galmiche & Sons’ guide to cleaning your whole house humidifier. In it, you will find a general outline on how to clean your humidifier the proper and safe way. To learn more … Continue reading Cleaning Your Whole House Humidifier: A DIY Guide

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Building Energy Efficiency: Common Sources of Energy Loss in Commercial Buildings

Building Energy Efficiency | Sources of Energy Loss

Much like how a car depreciates in value the moment it is driven off the lot, your commercial building’s energy efficiency starts to decrease immediately after construction. As time and use take their toll on the structure and the machinery inside of it, electricity bills start to rise. Seeing as how a big part of running a business is not only to make money, but to also prevent its loss, we thought it would be helpful to provide a short … Continue reading Building Energy Efficiency: Common Sources of Energy Loss in Commercial Buildings

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A Guide to Aprilaire Humidifier Replacement

One of the most frustrating things is when something you use all the time needs to be repaired, but the company no longer makes your model! If you have an Aprilaire humidifier that cannot be fixed and is either out of warranty or is no longer in production, then it is time to go replacement shopping. Luckily, there are plenty of new Aprilaire humidifier models to replace your old one, and they are often far more reliable, effective, and efficient … Continue reading A Guide to Aprilaire Humidifier Replacement

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How to Locate and Change Your Furnace Filter

Furnace Filter | How to Change Your Air Filter

As a homeowner, it is often necessary to locate and clean or replace your furnace filter in order to keep your HVAC system running efficiently. Note that while most filters should be replaced, some more expensive furnace filters are made to be able to be cleaned and reused. If you are trying to locate and clean or replace your furnace filter, this article can walk you through all of the necessary steps. If you would like to learn more or … Continue reading How to Locate and Change Your Furnace Filter

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Furnace Filters 101: A Basic Guide to Air Filters

Unfortunately, many people do not realize the importance of furnace filters. A bad or dirty furnace filter can spread dust, pollen, allergens, bacteria, and other pollutants throughout your home, which can become harmful to the health of every one living there. Not to mention that dirty furnace filters can clog your system and decrease the efficiency and effectiveness of your heating and cooling systems. When replacing your filter, is important to select the right furnace filters for the heating and … Continue reading Furnace Filters 101: A Basic Guide to Air Filters

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Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Assessment

While the best way to conduct a complete Home Energy Assessment is to contact a professional, you can also conduct a basic walk-through on your own. Although it may not be as thorough as a professional Home Energy Assessment, the do-it-yourself Home Energy Assessment will save you time and money while helping you pinpoint some of the more noticeable problems that are draining your energy! Energy-saving technology has become more and more desirable in recent years, and for good reason … Continue reading Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Assessment

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Buying the Best Humidifier for Your Home – A Guide

A home humidifier adds moisture to the dry air throughout your home and can offer a number of benefits to your home to help keep you healthy and more comfortable throughout the winter. However, in order to receive the maximum benefits, it is important to choose the best humidifier for your home. Choosing the best humidifier will depend on a number of factors. The article below aims to act as a guide to show you how to buy the best … Continue reading Buying the Best Humidifier for Your Home – A Guide

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