How Your HVAC System Helps in Creating a Healthy Home Environment

Your HVAC system does more than cool or warm the air. Apart from ensuring a comfortable indoor climate, it acts as a custodian of air quality, helping keep your living space healthy. Read on for a look at the role an HVAC system plays in creating a healthy home environment in all the seasons. To learn more about how you can help your HVAC system improve your air quality or schedule summer HVAC maintenance for your St. Louis home, contact … Continue reading How Your HVAC System Helps in Creating a Healthy Home Environment

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How Does Your HVAC System Affect Your Allergies?

If you or a family member has seasonal allergies, paying special attention to your HVAC system can help keep allergy triggers away. Home HVAC systems not only keep your home comfortably warm or cool but also remove allergens from indoor air. But how does this air conditioning process work? How exactly does your HVAC system affect your allergies? Over time, HVAC ducts can get clogged with dust and debris, which can affect the efficiency of your HVAC system. When this … Continue reading How Does Your HVAC System Affect Your Allergies?

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Can Your Air Conditioner Cause Dehydration?

You lose water with every breath you take. So in a very dry indoor environment, you are more likely to get dehydrated. Air conditioning removes a certain amount of humidity from the air. If you run your AC for an extended period of time, it is not unusual for your AC to cause dry air. But can your air conditioner cause dehydration? We explain the facts in this article. If you are looking to upgrade your AC or want summer … Continue reading Can Your Air Conditioner Cause Dehydration?

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How Indoor Climate Affects Sleep Quality

A number of factors, including light exposure, noise levels, and mattress comfort, can affect sleep quality. The temperature in your immediate surroundings, aka ambient temperature, is another determinant of whether you will enjoy restful or disturbed sleep. In this post, we discuss the impact of indoor climate on sleep, with examples of relevant studies. As a leading heating and air conditioning contractor serving St. Louis since 1950, Galmiche & Sons helps residents of St. Louis, MO create a healthy home … Continue reading How Indoor Climate Affects Sleep Quality

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A Look at the Factors Affecting AC Efficiency

An energy efficient AC not only cools your home more effectively but also consumes less energy, leading to lower utility bills and a smaller carbon footprint. Common factors affecting AC efficiency include the AC’s age, its size, your home’s insulation, and the state of your AC’s filters. In this post, we take you through the common reasons your AC may not be working optimally and suggest solutions. For more HVAC tips and maintenance to keep your air conditioner running efficiently … Continue reading A Look at the Factors Affecting AC Efficiency

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Indoor Humidity Control for Efficient Cooling

When it comes to efficient cooling, there are very few factors as important as indoor humidity control. If you are a St. Louis resident, you are already familiar with the city’s high humidity levels. As the summer season approaches, the humidity levels will naturally rise, and so will the strain on your air conditioning system. This will eventually lead to decreased performance, higher energy bills, and a less comfortable house environment. But don’t worry—we have an efficient solution in the … Continue reading Indoor Humidity Control for Efficient Cooling

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How to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Springtime

As the soft spring breezes grace the outdoor environment and the weather starts to become pleasantly warm, there’s a palpable sense of renewal in the air. Spring is indeed one of the most wonderful times in St Louis. While the outdoor environment looks beautiful and the air feels fresh, it is common to worry about the air inside your home. During springtime, it’s crucial not to overlook the quality of the air circulating within your living spaces and take necessary … Continue reading How to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Springtime

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Eco-Friendly AC Practices for Improving Efficiency and Performance

As the temperature rises and the scorching St. Louis summers begin, the need for good air conditioning becomes essential to your everyday life. However, as responsible citizens, it is also important to understand the environmental consequences of your cooling choices. Further, with the increasing global warming, taking proactive steps to minimize your carbon footprint is crucial. That’s where eco-friendly AC practices come into the picture. They refer to the efforts you can make to reduce harmful environmental impact while cooling … Continue reading Eco-Friendly AC Practices for Improving Efficiency and Performance

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Air Filter Types and Their Impact

When it comes to indoor air quality, air filters and purification systems play a significant roll. An air filter is typically made of fiberglass, pleated paper or cloth that is placed in a cardboard frame. Its main job is to purify the air moving through your heating and cooling system. These filters catch a variety of particles and pollutants which might impact your health and comfort, like dust, pollen, mold, fibers, lint, metal, plaster, wood bits, hair, pet fur, and … Continue reading Air Filter Types and Their Impact

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The Link Between Indoor Air Quality and Sleep: How to Sleep Better with Cleaner Air

Here’s an interesting fact about sleep – an average human being spends one-third of their life sleeping or trying to do so! Yes, you read that right. Yet, a lot of people still struggle to fall or stay asleep. Apart from certain health conditions, one of the biggest reasons behind this can be poor indoor air quality. A lot of people don’t understand the connection between indoor air quality and sleep. However, research suggests residents of high-pollution areas are 60% … Continue reading The Link Between Indoor Air Quality and Sleep: How to Sleep Better with Cleaner Air

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