Tips for Choosing the Best St. Louis Heating Contractor for Furnace Installation

Whether you are looking to buy a furnace for a new home or to replace an old or malfunctioning unit, it pays to hire the services of a St. Louis heating company that has the tools and experience to get the job done right. In this regard, Galmiche & Sons is one of the best in the business when it comes to the installation of furnaces. To request a quote for new HVAC system installation or for any of your … Continue reading Tips for Choosing the Best St. Louis Heating Contractor for Furnace Installation

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Is Your Thermostat Causing HVAC Efficiency Problems?

HVAC Efficiency Problems & Your Thermostat

While most common HVAC efficiency problems that you experience are usually caused by lack of proper maintenance and cleaning, did you know that they can also be caused by a malfunctioning thermostat? Your thermostat is an important part in controlling your HVAC system. Therefore, maintaining your thermostat, can play a big role in HVAC efficiency. If you need help with improving the HVAC efficiency of your thermostat, or if you need assistance with your heating & air conditioning in St. … Continue reading Is Your Thermostat Causing HVAC Efficiency Problems?

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Efficient Thermostat Settings: What Should I Turn the Thermostat to During the Day?

Efficient Thermostat Settings in St. Louis

As a practical homeowner, you are probably always looking for various ways to save money and lower your heating and cooling bills. One way to do this is to adjust your thermostat settings based on the time of the day or whatever the season is. Making small changes in your thermostat settings can have a big impact on efficiency over time as the savings add up. Aside from adjusting your thermostat settings, you can also contact a reliable heating and … Continue reading Efficient Thermostat Settings: What Should I Turn the Thermostat to During the Day?

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Do’s and Don’ts for HVAC Energy Efficiency

With the colder weather upon us, it is important to have your heating system ready and up to the task of providing warmth and comfort to you and your loved ones this winter season. However, when it comes to heating your home, the costs can get pretty expensive. We have provided a list of some do’s and don’ts to help you improve the efficiency of your HVAC system this winter and keep your system working efficiently all winter long. If … Continue reading Do’s and Don’ts for HVAC Energy Efficiency

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Carbon Monoxide Risks and Your Furnace

Your furnace is an essential part of your heating and cooling system as it keeps your house warm during winter. However, if you have an older heating device, such as a gas furnace, it has the potential to become deadly. When this kind of equipment malfunctions, there is a possibility that it could release poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide inside the home. Therefore, all home owners should be aware of the risks that carbon monoxide poses as well as … Continue reading Carbon Monoxide Risks and Your Furnace

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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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