How to Check If Your AC is Working Properly

How to Check If Your AC is Working Properly

Having your home AC turned on makes your home a lot more comfortable, but it is important to make sure that it is working properly. There are a lot of things that go into making an air conditioner work, from electric components and refrigerants to metal coils. Minor to major issues with any of these components can impact the performance of your AC. If you turn the AC on and find that your home is not cool enough, here is … Continue reading How to Check If Your AC is Working Properly

Share on:

Are HVAC Maintenance Contracts Worth the Money?

Are HVAC Maintenance Contracts Worth the Money?

HVAC contractors often offer HVAC maintenance contracts that include services ranging from an annual or semiannual inspection to necessary repairs. It can be challenging to know if these contracts are worth the money, particularly if your unit is running fine. Here is a detailed look at the factors you need to consider before deciding to invest in a maintenance contract. To learn more or sign up for a maintenance plan to keep your furnace and air conditioner or heat pump … Continue reading Are HVAC Maintenance Contracts Worth the Money?

Share on:

AC Maintenance Checklist: What to Do Before the Air Conditioner Goes On

AC Maintenance Checklist

AC maintenance is important to ensure your unit runs smoothly and efficiently all season long. With the summer heat on its way, it is time to start preparing your air conditioner for the season. To make sure your AC is up for the challenge, follow these simple steps in our AC maintenance checklist for prepping your air conditioner before you turn it on. To learn more about our air conditioner maintenance checklist or to schedule professional maintenance for your St. … Continue reading AC Maintenance Checklist: What to Do Before the Air Conditioner Goes On

Share on:

7 DIY AC Maintenance Tips for Spring

DIY AC Maintenance Tips for Spring

While spring may start out cool in St. Louis, spring always brings with it the inevitable heat wave. Before you break a sweat trying to cool down your home, take a few minutes to do some basic DIY AC maintenance. These seven tips will help keep your AC running smoothly all season long while saving you costly repairs, downtime, and electricity bills. For more tips on DIY maintenance or to schedule a tune up with our heating and cooling professionals, … Continue reading 7 DIY AC Maintenance Tips for Spring

Share on:

Smartphone Thermostat Control: The Tips You Need to Know

Smartphone Thermostat Control Tips

Did you know that you can use your smartphone to control a smart thermostat and adjust your St. Louis home’s heating and cooling remotely. Compared to conventional thermostats, smart thermostats offer more in terms of convenience and efficiency. In this article, one of the best HVAC service experts in St. Louis will take you through all the tips you need for getting the most out of your smartphone thermostat control. But first, let us look at the features that a … Continue reading Smartphone Thermostat Control: The Tips You Need to Know

Share on:

Identifying HVAC Vents: Air Supply vs. Return Vents

Identifying HVAC Vents

The ductwork and vents of an HVAC system play critical roles in carrying air to the system and from it. HVAC systems have two types of vents – return and supply. For some issues, you have to open the vents, in which case it is necessary for you to know how to differentiate return and supply HVAC vents. Read on to know what roles return and supply vents play and how you can tell the differences between them. As a … Continue reading Identifying HVAC Vents: Air Supply vs. Return Vents

Share on:

HVAC Troubleshooting: Which HVAC Problems are Most Commonly Misunderstood?

HVAC Troubleshooting for Common HVAC Problems

Your St. Louis HVAC system is bound to encounter technical issues as it goes through wear and tear from regular use. While some issues will require you to seek professional help from HVAC experts, like those at Galmiche & Sons, others may just need a few minor tweaks. In this article, we will take you through the most commonly misunderstood HVAC problems. We hope that this HVAC troubleshooting guide helps you to identify trivial issues and sort them out before … Continue reading HVAC Troubleshooting: Which HVAC Problems are Most Commonly Misunderstood?

Share on:

A History of Modern Furnace Technology

History of Modern Furnace Technology

Modern-day furnaces and HVAC systems in St. Louis are loaded with features that are incredibly efficient at providing heat and warmth during the harsh winters. But have you ever wondered how modern furnace technology evolved to become what it is today? If you are interested to learn more about it from a professional furnace company, read on. In this article, we will rewind the clock and trace the evolution of furnaces to help you understand where it all stemmed from. … Continue reading A History of Modern Furnace Technology

Share on:

Condensation Around AC Vent: The Causes, The Effects, and The Remedies

Condensation Around AC Vent

If you notice condensation around AC vents, you should take action immediately. Letting things linger may result in damage to your AC along with harm to your home or property as well. Read on to know what causes condensation to occur around AC vents, the effects it can have in both the short and the long runs, and what you can do to prevent it. In the worst-case scenario, you should get in touch with a St. Louis AC repair … Continue reading Condensation Around AC Vent: The Causes, The Effects, and The Remedies

Share on:

What to Look for in the Best St. Louis Heating and Cooling Contractor

Best St. Louis Heating and Cooling Contractor

When it comes to finding a heating and cooling contractor that you can trust, it can be hard to know what to look for. If you are looking for a reliable heating and cooling company in the St. Louis area, Galmiche & Sons’ HVAC services are here to help. We have been a leading provider of premium HVAC services in the greater St. Louis area since 1950. Our company is dedicated to providing high-quality HVAC services to our residential and … Continue reading What to Look for in the Best St. Louis Heating and Cooling Contractor

Share on: