Indoor Heaters Can Be Risky for Your Health and Your Budget

Across America, many folks still use indoor heaters to keep warm through the winter months. Most people don’t realize that these indoor heaters can often be dangerous. Fires, burns, and sky-high energy bills are just a few of the drawbacks associated with indoor heaters. Everyone should be able to be warm and comfortable in their home, while also being safe from risk, which is why we advise using extra caution when using indoor heaters. In many cases, the potential dangers … Continue reading Indoor Heaters Can Be Risky for Your Health and Your Budget

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How to Achieve Balance Between Indoor and Outdoor Temperature Difference

Maintaining a comfortable in-home temperature requires finding the right indoor and outdoor temperature balance. This is an often-overlooked area of heating and cooling, but it does play a significant role in reducing your energy costs. Homeowners should be able to achieve a good balance between indoor and outdoor temperature difference with just a few easy steps. This is especially important as the temperatures drop, and the St. Louis winter continues. When you have the right balance between indoor and outdoor … Continue reading How to Achieve Balance Between Indoor and Outdoor Temperature Difference

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Tired of Having a Cold House in Winter? Check Out Our Tips to Keep Your Home Warmer

Having to endure a cold house in winter is not something that anyone wants to deal with. When the temperatures are dropping outside and it is still chilly inside, it can be pretty frustrating. If you are experiencing a cold house in winter, there are some simple steps you can take to make your house warmer. A cold house in winter is not only uncomfortable, but it can also be dangerous for things like water pipes. Many of our tips … Continue reading Tired of Having a Cold House in Winter? Check Out Our Tips to Keep Your Home Warmer

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Understand Heating Systems with Our Home Heating & Furnace FAQs

Modern home heating systems are complex pieces of equipment that most of us take for granted. At Galmiche and Sons, we think it is good for customers to be in the know, which is why we are sharing some of our most common heating and furnace FAQs. We have been in the HVAC business since 1950, proudly serving the greater St. Louis area homes and business, which means we have fielded all kinds of heating and furnace FAQs from our … Continue reading Understand Heating Systems with Our Home Heating & Furnace FAQs

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6 Steps to Choose the Best Furnace

A furnace is a crucial part of any household, especially during the chilly St. Louis winters. But do you have the best furnace for your house? If you are thinking of upgrading your heating system, it is important that you know how to find the best furnace for your needs. There are some easy steps you can take to help you determine what the best furnace for you will look like. Things such as natural gas or electric fuel sources … Continue reading 6 Steps to Choose the Best Furnace

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Is Too Much Humidity Bad for Your Health?

Here at Galmiche and Sons, we are big believers in using a whole house humidifier with your HVAC system during the winter, but is there such thing as too much humidity? The answer is yes! Surprisingly, too much humidity in your home can have an adverse effect on your health. During the dry and cold winter months, most people are trying to add humidity to their indoor air. But it is important to find the right balance and avoid bringing … Continue reading Is Too Much Humidity Bad for Your Health?

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Indoor Air Quality in Salons and Spas

Did you know that the indoor air quality in salons and spas is often very low and can be harmful? Fumes emanating from items such as aerosol sprays, dyes, and nail polish can all drastically affect the air quality in salons and spas. As a business owner or employee, you want to ensure that your spa or salon is a safe and pleasant environment for your customers. Your clients immediately recognize poor air quality in salons or nail parlors because … Continue reading Indoor Air Quality in Salons and Spas

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Are You Experiencing Combustion Problems with Your Heater?

Winter in St. Louis is in full swing and most people have their heaters cranking to stay warm. At a time when you rely on your heater so much, the last thing you want to deal with is combustion problems with your heater. When you use a heating system that uses fuel combustion, it is not uncommon to experience combustion problems that cause your system to malfunction. Your heater or furnace needs fire to ignite the fuel to generate heat. … Continue reading Are You Experiencing Combustion Problems with Your Heater?

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Why is Your Heating Bill So High? There are Several Factors

When the temperatures outside fall, most folks see a rise in their heating costs. Why is the heating bill so high? This is a question we get asked a lot by frustrated customers who are paying high heating bills. From standard seasonal changes to poor furnace efficiency, there many reasons you are seeing a cost increase with your energy bills. If you find yourself scratching your head and asking, “Why is my heating bill so high?” Galmiche and Sons is … Continue reading Why is Your Heating Bill So High? There are Several Factors

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Are Indoor Air Contaminants a Problem in Your Home?

The quality of the air in your home is important. It is estimated that some 4.3 million people perish each year due to air pollution. One aspect of this statistic comes down to indoor air contaminants. Indoor air contaminants are things such as radon, viruses, bacteria, and volatile organic compounds, to name a few. These indoor air contaminants have a negative impact on a person’s health and can aggravate existing conditions or contribute to lasting health problems. Surprisingly, these airborne … Continue reading Are Indoor Air Contaminants a Problem in Your Home?

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