How to Combat Indoor Air Pollution in Summer

Indoor air pollution can be a big problem for people with allergies or asthma. Even those without health issues can have respiratory problems if indoor air pollution gets bad enough. Dust, mites, pet dander, mold, and other pollutants can get trapped in your home, causing the air quality to go down. This is why air conditioners have air filters to keep your air clean, but those filters wear out and get dirty, so it is important to stay on top … Continue reading How to Combat Indoor Air Pollution in Summer

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DIY Air Conditioner Tips to Prepare Your Air Conditioner for Summer

With summer coming, your air conditioner is going to start getting a lot more use, and that can lead to problems if you don’t take care to prepare for the season. Spring is a great time to schedule professional HVAC maintenance to check your HVAC system and make sure it is ready to go, but there are a few DIY air conditioner tricks you can use as well. For the most part, these DIY air conditioner tips will involve making … Continue reading DIY Air Conditioner Tips to Prepare Your Air Conditioner for Summer

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Why Are Some Rooms Hotter (or Colder) Than Others? Causes for an Unbalanced HVAC System

One of the most common signs that there is something wrong with your heating & cooling system is uneven heating & cooling throughout your home. So if you are finding that some rooms do not seem to heat up as quickly or remain completely cool, it is time to get your HVAC system checked out. There are a lot of different potential causes for an unbalanced HVAC system — one that doesn’t heat or cool the whole space evenly — … Continue reading Why Are Some Rooms Hotter (or Colder) Than Others? Causes for an Unbalanced HVAC System

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How to Improve Commercial Indoor Air Quality

Maintaining high commercial air quality is as important to the success of your business as other health standards. In fact, the Environmental Protection Agency has noted that continued exposure to allergens and irritants indoors can cause respiratory problems and exacerbate conditions like asthma and allergies. To avoid these problems, there are a few things you can do to ensure high commercial indoor air quality in your space. Together with your heating & air conditioning service team, you can bring your … Continue reading How to Improve Commercial Indoor Air Quality

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How Long Will Your Commercial HVAC System Last

Most commercial heating & cooling systems can last for up to 15-20 years, and will work well throughout their lifespan. Plus, some components can last a lot longer, so you may be able to use partial replacements to get even more life out of your commercial HVAC system. All of this depends, however, on the level of maintenance your commercial HVAC system receives. Without proper repair and maintenance, an HVAC system will not last nearly this long, and you might … Continue reading How Long Will Your Commercial HVAC System Last

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DIY Tips to Prevent Air Conditioner Problems

Your air conditioner takes a lot of heat — especially in the summer months when you are using it heavily. To keep it working well even during heavy use, there are a few easy things you can do to prevent air conditioner problems. The first step though, is understanding the causes of common air conditioner issues and a little bit about how your air conditioner works. In St. Louis, Galmiche & Sons can help you learn more about how to … Continue reading DIY Tips to Prevent Air Conditioner Problems

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Air Conditioner Troubleshooting: Diagnosing Common Air Conditioner Problems

There are a few common air conditioner problems that you can expect to deal with at some point in the life of your HVAC system. Unfortunately, just about every air conditioner needs repairs now and then, no matter how well you take care of it. Thankfully, though, there is a lot you can do to prevent air conditioner problems as well as deal with them quickly when they do come up. One way you can prevent problems from getting out … Continue reading Air Conditioner Troubleshooting: Diagnosing Common Air Conditioner Problems

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Why Does My Air Conditioning Need a Tune Up Every Year

While many people often forget or overlook air conditioner maintenance, there are a lot of good reasons to give your air conditioning a tune up at least once a year. Without the right information, you might be tempted to skip the yearly tune-up, but the more you know about your air conditioner, the easier it is to see why such maintenance is necessary. Not only can a regular air conditioning tune up prevent big problems down the road, it can … Continue reading Why Does My Air Conditioning Need a Tune Up Every Year

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How Do I Know What Size Air Conditioner is Right for My Home?

Do you know what size your air conditioner is? How about what size your air conditioner should be? You would assume that these should be the same if you had your air conditioner unit installed by a professional service, but the fact is not every service will calculate the load that your new air conditioner will need to process, leaving you with an under or oversized air conditioner. So, whether you are getting ready to buy a new air conditioner … Continue reading How Do I Know What Size Air Conditioner is Right for My Home?

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3 Easy Mistakes to Accidentally Void Your AC Warranty

Buying a new air conditioner is a big investment. You are counting on your new air conditioning unit to keep your home cool for years to come, and you do not want to find out your AC warranty is void if or when you do eventually need repairs to keep it running. Unfortunately, a lot of people do things that void their AC warranty without even realizing it. Thankfully, with just a few things in mind, you can avoid ending … Continue reading 3 Easy Mistakes to Accidentally Void Your AC Warranty

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