Signs that You Need a Home Dehumidifier

For most people in desperate need of home dehumidifiers, it is pretty blatant to see why. Houses and locations that create unnaturally high interior moisture environments are sticky, heavy, and difficult to breathe in. Sometimes however a high moisture presence is not so obvious. Having a home dehumidifier can help to make your home more comfortable and healthy. If you are experiencing some of the following issues, they are most likely signs that you need a dehumidifier in your home: … Continue reading Signs that You Need a Home Dehumidifier

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Top 4 Home Dehumidifier Benefits

Many homes suffer from indoor air quality problems and poor breathing conditions mostly because residents are simply unaware that issues persist. Dust particles, pet dander, skin cells, etc. all contribute to poor breathing, whether we know they are present or not. Humidity on the other hand is something you can feel. Thick, wet air is just uncomfortable and leads to problems like mildew and mold growth that can expand those annoyances. Dehumidifier benefits can address and resolve many of these … Continue reading Top 4 Home Dehumidifier Benefits

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A Guide to Choosing the Best Home Dehumidifiers

Something a lot of people do not realize about home air-conditioners is that they not only cool the air, they remove moisture from it at the same time. Getting the moisture out of your home is very important in regards to your comfort, ease of breathing, and to avoid mold and mildew growth. Part of the way you can ease some of the strain on your AC but still enjoy a comfortable living environment is with the use of home … Continue reading A Guide to Choosing the Best Home Dehumidifiers

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Buying a New Air Conditioner: Single-Stage vs. Variable-Speed AC Unit

Single-Stage vs. Variable-Speed AC Unit in St. Louis

When looking for your new AC unit, you will see a lot of information about Energy Star, SEER Rating, and similar industry speak pertaining to the energy efficiency of air conditioners. What makes an air conditioner energy efficient in a nutshell is the ratio of how much energy it produces compared to how much it uses. One of the ways different models achieve energy savings is in how their fan motors operate, specifically whether they are single-stage or variable speed. … Continue reading Buying a New Air Conditioner: Single-Stage vs. Variable-Speed AC Unit

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How to Set Your Thermostat for Home Energy Savings

Tips for Home Energy Savings in St. Louis

Most people incorrectly assume that the only way you are going to achieve any real home energy savings relating to air-conditioning your property is to install a new air conditioning unit. However, in many cases, converting to a new air conditioner that is only slightly an upgrade is almost just as wasteful as leaving the old unit running. Instead, there are multiple ways that you can improve efficiency of your existing unit. For example, installing ceiling fans, increasing the insulation … Continue reading How to Set Your Thermostat for Home Energy Savings

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Tips for Reducing Indoor Air Pollution

Reducing Indoor Air Pollution in St. Louis

We all know that an HVAC system is responsible for delivering heated and cooled air throughout the home. Besides temperatures however, forced air systems also play a significant part in home air quality. It is not hard to see why or how either. Air is pushed through the home starting in the blower motors. Air then travels through ductwork and out registers. The heated or cooled air then blows into a room, bringing with it all the dirt it picks … Continue reading Tips for Reducing Indoor Air Pollution

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How to Protect Your Air Conditioner Warranty

When you purchase new air-conditioner to stave off the St. Louis heat, the air conditioner warranty information is often a very big selling point. It is easier to figure out how much you are paying for the A/C per year when you know how long it will last. One of the common misconceptions about a warranty, however, is that the responsibility is all on the manufacturer, “you said your product would last 10 years and its only lasted 5. I … Continue reading How to Protect Your Air Conditioner Warranty

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Buying a New Air Conditioner: Why Choose a Lennox Air Conditioner

Lennox Air Conditioner Sales in St. Louis

When you are in the market for a new air conditioner unit, there are a number of things to consider. First of all, you need to be sure to get a correctly sized unit otherwise your A/C is going to cycle constantly or the humidity will not be removed from the room. Additionally, energy values are important as are expected life span, warranties, etc. For many consumers there is an item that is just as important when it comes to … Continue reading Buying a New Air Conditioner: Why Choose a Lennox Air Conditioner

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Indoor Air Quality Facts & Statistics You Should Know

For most St. Louis homeowners, the top priority of their HVAC system is to provide warm or cooled air. That is definitely important to the comfort of the home, but one must not forget how much an air conditioner or furnace is responsible for indoor air quality. An air-conditioner especially must “condition” the air, as its name implies. What this means is taking moisture out of the room so that mold and mildew are not apt to grow. Forced air … Continue reading Indoor Air Quality Facts & Statistics You Should Know

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Common Air Conditioning Problems & How to Solve Them

When it comes to air conditioning problems in St. Louis, the number one solution is always to call a professional like Galmiche & Sons. Not only can A/C components be dangerous to work with on your own, you could end up causing even more damage than the original repairs would require. That being said there are a few, “nuisance problems” that you can troubleshoot on your own. Below are some common air conditioning problems and some steps you can take … Continue reading Common Air Conditioning Problems & How to Solve Them

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