How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Furnace?

There are certain things that are bound to get your attention when they fail to work. Your furnace is just one of them. There is little as bad as having a broken furnace, especially during the cold St. Louis winter nights. With a broken furnace comes several questions, with the fundamental one being what would it cost to replace the furnace. The truth is, every homeowner has different needs, so there is no universal answer to the question. However, in … Continue reading How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Furnace?

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What Makes Galmiche & Sons the Place to Turn to for Furnace Repair in St. Louis?

Wherever you live, you will at one point or another need furnace repair. St. Louis has been proudly served by Galmiche & Sons since 1950, and we are the HVAC company that you can trust for all of your furnace repair in St. Louis. We have been tending to our neighbors in St. Louis for many years and have built our reputation on providing our customers service that is nothing short of the best. We are not satisfied with our … Continue reading What Makes Galmiche & Sons the Place to Turn to for Furnace Repair in St. Louis?

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Air Conditioning Replacement Tips

Air Conditioning Replacement | St. Louis HVAC

Your air conditioning unit is one of the most important systems in the house. During our humid St. Louis summers, a broken air conditioner is a recipe for disaster. If your air conditioner breaks, you will probably be torn between air conditioning replacement or repairing your old unit. So, when do you decide on repair? And when do you finally give in to air conditioning replacement? If you are undecided about what to do, not to worry. In St. Louis, … Continue reading Air Conditioning Replacement Tips

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How Do HVAC Humidifiers Work?

Whenever you are indoors in your own home, it is important to be comfortable. Other than temperature, the level of humidity in your house can be a cause of discomfort. Too much or too little humidity, can have adverse effects, including an increase in your energy bills. HVAC humidifiers help control the amount of moisture in the air inside your house. If you don’t know much about the HVAC system in your house, you probably don’t know what HVAC humidifiers … Continue reading How Do HVAC Humidifiers Work?

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How Do HVAC Filters Work?

One of the constant messages mentioned in the HVAC industry is the importance of regularly checking and changing HVAC filters in your system. They play an important role in keeping your home’s air clean, and your HVAC system running at its best. With all of the importance placed on HVAC filters though, you may be asking yourself “How do HVAC filters work?” At Galmiche & Sons, we are happy to answer all your questions on HVAC filters including “How do … Continue reading How Do HVAC Filters Work?

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How Does Air Conditioning Work?

The one thing most St. Louis homeowners are grateful for, especially during the hot summer days, is the air conditioner. Simply put, it helps keep them sane by beating the extreme temperatures. But what most people never seem to ask themselves is, “How does air conditioning work?” In fact, you may be surprised to find out that how your air conditioner works is quite similar to how your refrigerator works. In this article, we will take a look at how … Continue reading How Does Air Conditioning Work?

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How Does a Thermostat Work?

Though you have an HVAC system in your house, you may not pay much attention to it until it stops working. Whenever the temperature in the room is not right, you simply head to the thermostat to adjust the settings. A simple press of a button is the hoped-for solution to get the temperature back to what you want. Although most people understand what it does, few may actually know how a thermostat works. This article will answer the question, … Continue reading How Does a Thermostat Work?

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How Does a Furnace Work?

There are several residential heating system types, and without a doubt, furnaces are among the most popular today. While older models used coal and wood for fuel, newer models tend to use electricity and gas and are much more efficient. During the cold winter months in St. Louis, you are undoubtedly grateful for the furnace. However, do you really understand how the furnace works? Understanding the how a furnace works will help you keep it in good working condition. After … Continue reading How Does a Furnace Work?

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Why is My HVAC Unit So Loud? Common Causes for a Loud HVAC

In the love-hate relationship we sometimes have with our HVAC units, one of the frustrating questions you may find yourself asking is “WHY is my HVAC unit SO loud?” The reality is your loud HVAC unit may be occurring for a few different reasons. In this article, we explore some of these potential causes. If you are having trouble understanding why your HVAC unit is loud during its operation, and you would like help resolving the issue, contact Galmiche & … Continue reading Why is My HVAC Unit So Loud? Common Causes for a Loud HVAC

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Why is My HVAC Unit Frozen?

Whether you are in the middle of a busy weekend or trying to relax after a hard day, it is never a good time if you find yourself checking your HVAC unit only to find it is frozen. If you find yourself asking “WHY is my HVAC unit frozen?!”, this is undoubtedly a frustrating experience that can result from a couple different scenarios affecting your HVAC unit. Frozen HVAC units can occur in summer and winter, and below we discuss … Continue reading Why is My HVAC Unit Frozen?

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