Have You Noticed Your Furnace Leaking Water?

If you discover your furnace leaking water, it can be a very worrying situation. A furnace leaking water conjures visions of flooding and massive repair bills for most homeowners. The important thing to do if you find your furnace leaking, is not to panic and immediately switch it off. Ensure your thermostat is switched to ‘off’ and then locate the gas valve on the gas line connected to your unit and turn it off. A furnace leaking water is generally … Continue reading Have You Noticed Your Furnace Leaking Water?

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When Should You Change Your Furnace Filter?

Filters are vital part of your HVAC system that ensure it stays running smoothly, so knowing when to change your furnace filter is important. Filters work to keep dust and debris out of the sensitive components of your heating system. A clogged filter can result in reduced airflow, which could potentially cause your heat exchanger to overheat. This scenario has the potential to result in a breakdown, which is cold and expensive. If you regularly change your furnace filter, you … Continue reading When Should You Change Your Furnace Filter?

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A New Year’s Resolution List for Your Home

As the end of 2020 draws nearer, most folks start to think about what they are going to put on their new year’s resolution list. While many people will no doubt have fitness and life goals in mind, here at Galmiche & Sons, we think it is important to have a new year’s resolution list for you home too. Setting home improvement goals is a great way to get started on making your home the perfect place for you and … Continue reading A New Year’s Resolution List for Your Home

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How to Extend the Life of Your Furnace

When winter hits, furnaces are worth their weight in gold and most folks do everything they can to keep them working. A furnace is a substantial investment, so you should do everything you can to extend the life of your furnace. Nobody wants to experience their furnace failing in the middle of cold winter. Luckily, there are some simple steps you can take to help prolong the life of your furnace. Like all components of a home, furnaces are not … Continue reading How to Extend the Life of Your Furnace

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What is the Best Temperature for Winter for Your Furnace?

Now that the cold months are here to stay, most homeowners want to dial in the best temperature for winter in their homes. Determining the best temperature for winter is a balancing act between comfort and cost. None of us want to spend a ton on energy, but we all want to be warm as well. The truth is the best temperature for winter can vary quite a bit. You must consider things like how many people you live, what … Continue reading What is the Best Temperature for Winter for Your Furnace?

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Why You Should Be Using Indoor Air Quality Systems in Your Home

Given our current global situation, it has never been more important to ensure your home is clean. This goes for the air as well as all the surfaces. Good air quality is a vital part of a healthly home and indoor air quality systems work to achieve that. IAQ systems are a fantastic way for homeowners to ensure that their indoor environment is free of airborne toxins and pollutants. Indoor air quality systems work in conjunction with your HVAC system … Continue reading Why You Should Be Using Indoor Air Quality Systems in Your Home

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How New Furnace Technology Can Improve Your Lifestyle

Things have come a long way in HVAC since we got our start in 1950. New furnace technology and improvements have made it easier and more affordable for people to get through the cold winter months. New furnace technology is more efficient and quieter, replacing the loud and dirty furnaces of the past. Another great aspect of new furnace technology is the cost savings passed on to customers. High efficiency furnaces are cheaper to run and save you money. Now … Continue reading How New Furnace Technology Can Improve Your Lifestyle

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Have You Noticed Your Heater Making a Grinding Noise?

Why Is Your Heater Making a Grinding Noise

Each winter, we all use our heaters to get through the bitter cold months and most of us are always on the lookout for any signs our heating system may be failing. If you notice your heater making a grinding noise, then you can be sure something is amiss. It is vital that homeowners keep their heaters in optimal shape to prevent breakdowns and ensure efficiency. If your heater is making a grinding noise, it requires your immediate attention and … Continue reading Have You Noticed Your Heater Making a Grinding Noise?

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Understanding Indoor Air Quality Basics

HVAC systems should work to make your home a healthier place for you and your family, which is why it is important to understand some indoor air quality basics. Having a home that is free of pollutants and toxins is a major priority for homeowners and Galmiche & Sons prioritizes customer health. Knowing your way around indoor air quality basics is a great way to ensure you are getting the clean air you deserve. If you or anyone in your … Continue reading Understanding Indoor Air Quality Basics

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6 Benefits of Finding Your Optimal Sleep Temperature

We have all had nights where we toss and turn and can’t seem to get comfortable to get to sleep. Did you know that this could relate to your optimal sleep temperature? Nothing is worse than being bone tired, lying in bed, and not being able to get the deep restful sleep you need. Figuring out your optimal sleep temperature can be a helpful way sleep well. Most folks do not consider the temperature when they are trying to go … Continue reading 6 Benefits of Finding Your Optimal Sleep Temperature

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