Choose a Reliable St. Louis HVAC Contractor: A Checklist of What to Look For

Choosing the Best St. Louis HVAC Contractor

If you have an HVAC system, you will at one point or another require the services of an HVAC contractor. Choosing an HVAC contractor can sometimes seem a bit overwhelming. When choosing your St. Louis HVAC contractor, you need to be sure that the person will do a great job and get it right the first time. Read on to find out some of the key things to keep in mind when looking for a reliable St. Louis HVAC contractor. … Continue reading Choose a Reliable St. Louis HVAC Contractor: A Checklist of What to Look For

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Best Practices for Efficient Duct Design

Having efficient duct design is important for the overall performance of your HVAC system. Because ductwork is responsible for distributing conditioned air all throughout the house, it is vital to have efficient duct design. This helps you ensure proper efficiency and save more than a couple of bucks when it comes to heating or cooling costs. Read on to find out more on the practices that ensure you have efficient duct design. Getting a technician who understands all your needs … Continue reading Best Practices for Efficient Duct Design

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10 Furnace Facts You Didn’t Know

In most St. Louis area homes, the furnace is kept in the basement. This means that most of the time, we do not even bother to check on it. However, regular maintenance is important for your furnace to keep working efficiently and for as long as possible. With proper care, your furnace could end up serving your family for a very long time. There are a number of furnace facts that many people may not realize. Read on to find … Continue reading 10 Furnace Facts You Didn’t Know

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Winter Storm Safety Tips for Your Home

The weather during winter in St. Louis can be very unpredictable. As such, winter storms are to be expected at some point. Frustratingly, ice and snow storms can lead to so much damage. It is, therefore, necessary to know what to do in case you are caught up in a winter storm. Read on to find out a couple of winter storm safety tips that you can use to ensure that your home and family are safe. In the meantime, … Continue reading Winter Storm Safety Tips for Your Home

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Why is My Furnace Leaking? And Other Common Furnace Repair Solutions

Furnace Repair Solutions for a Leaking Furnace

One of the worst things that can happen to your home during winter is finding out that your furnace is not working as it should. Of course, this means that you will have trouble warming up the house, and can even result in high energy bills. Regular maintenance will ensure that most of these problems are caught before they get any worse. However, there are a couple of furnace repair solutions that you should have at hand at all times … Continue reading Why is My Furnace Leaking? And Other Common Furnace Repair Solutions

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Easy and Effective Tips for Extending HVAC Lifespan

Extending HVAC lifespan is a major concern for many homeowners. Of course, you want the system to serve you for as long as possible while still maintaining good efficiency levels. Performing regular maintenance checks, either on your own or with the help of an HVAC technician can go a long way into ensuring that you extend your HVAC’s lifespan. Galmiche & Sons has been proud to tend to the HVAC needs of residents throughout St. Louis for over 60 years. … Continue reading Easy and Effective Tips for Extending HVAC Lifespan

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Money Saving Tips to Make Furnace Replacement Affordable

When your furnace starts aging and breaking down time after time, you usually start to think that you may need a furnace replacement in the imminent future. However, for many homeowners, the thought of this can be a nightmare, especially for those on a tight budget. With the cold winter in full force, you may be a little worried about how you are going to finance a furnace replacement. At Galmiche & Sons, we know furnace replacement can be expensive, … Continue reading Money Saving Tips to Make Furnace Replacement Affordable

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A Guide to Cold Air Leaks in Your Home

Having an efficient HVAC system comes in handy, especially during cold winter days and nights. An energy efficient system will ensure that you do not spend too much on utility bills. However, even with an efficient system, it is important to have an efficient home as well. Cold air leaks are one of the things that make your home less efficient. It is, therefore, important to know how to deal with them. In this article, we will highlight some of … Continue reading A Guide to Cold Air Leaks in Your Home

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What is Air Balancing and What Do You Need to Know?

If you have been experiencing energy inefficiency in your home’s HVAC system, you may have a problem with air balancing. It is important to have this corrected as soon as possible to avoid outrageous utility bills. Air balancing problems may also be the reason for uneven heating and cooling as well as a decrease in comfort. Read on to find out more about air balancing. In the meantime, if you are experiencing any air balancing problems in your St. Louis … Continue reading What is Air Balancing and What Do You Need to Know?

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What is a Heat Exchanger and What Does It Do?

Most homes and businesses in the St. Louis area have an HVAC system, and these systems are typically made up of many parts. However, not many people understand all of these parts and what their importance is. One major component of an HVAC system is the heat exchanger. In this article, we highlight what a heat exchanger is and what role it plays in keeping the indoor air of your home or business comfortable. In the meantime, if you have … Continue reading What is a Heat Exchanger and What Does It Do?

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