DIY Air Conditioner Repair: Things You Should Never Do To Your AC

Why You Should avoid DIY Air Conditioner Repair

However tempting it may be to tinker around with your air conditioner to fix a problem, you should avoid it. An air conditioner is a complex unit with many moving parts. They need careful handling, and some are even dangerous to handle without the right knowledge and tools. Bottom line: DIY air conditioner repair is risky and best left to HVAC professionals. With over 70 years of experience performing air conditioner repair and servicing in the greater St. Louis area, … Continue reading DIY Air Conditioner Repair: Things You Should Never Do To Your AC

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Common Signs of an AC Refrigerant Leak

HVAC lines inevitably suffer wear and tear over time. As a result, the refrigerant they contain can leak out. You will then need to identify the source of the leak, perform repair, and refill the unit with refrigerant to the appropriate level. Sometimes, an AC refrigerant leak is discovered only after noticeable signs. At this point, quite a bit of refrigerant may have escaped, adding to the recharge cost. If you suspect that your AC is leaking refrigerant, get in … Continue reading Common Signs of an AC Refrigerant Leak

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Common Air Conditioner Misunderstandings that Could be Costing You

In our 70 years of experience repairing and servicing air conditioner units, we have found ourselves addressing some common misunderstandings about how they work. Our technicians have done their best to provide guidance and solutions to home and business owners on maintaining their AC in top condition. Here is a look at the three most common problems and their fixes. If you would like to learn more about keeping your air conditioning running efficiently and to schedule AC service in … Continue reading Common Air Conditioner Misunderstandings that Could be Costing You

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AC Compressor Not Working? We have You Covered

Your air conditioner not only keeps you cool and comfortable but also safe from dangerous heat and humidity in balmy St. Louis months. While periodic maintenance keeps your AC in good working condition, you may face a couple of issues over the unit’s lifetime due to wear and tear, aging, and power surges to name some. This includes problems with the compressor, an important part of your air conditioner. Galmiche & Sons has over 70 years of experience fixing AC … Continue reading AC Compressor Not Working? We have You Covered

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Why You Should Care About Indoor Air Quality at Home

When we talk of air quality, the general perception is that all the pollution is only outside your door. We feel invincible when we are inside our homes, don’t we? Like no pollution or contaminants can touch us indoors. But sadly, that is far from the truth. The same air that is outside, flows into your home as well. To add to it, other factors contribute to indoor air quality at home, such as humidity, pets, cleaning chemicals, and more. … Continue reading Why You Should Care About Indoor Air Quality at Home

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Whole Home Dehumidifier vs. Portable Dehumidifier: Which Do You Need?

If you are looking for a home dehumidifier, you have probably realized why you need one. A humidity problem in the house can lead to so many other related issues in a short time. Not only is it bad for your family’s health, with all the respiratory problems, fungal infections, and allergies that it can give rise to, it is bad for your home’s health too. Excess humidity can cause mold, rotting, and structural damage inside your home. Getting a … Continue reading Whole Home Dehumidifier vs. Portable Dehumidifier: Which Do You Need?

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What Are the Benefits of an HVAC System?

We all know our HVAC systems keep us comfortable in all seasons. From keeping us warm during the chilling winters to keeping us cool and dry during the hot, humid summers, the HVAC system runs all year round. But there are more benefits of HVAC systems than what we usually give them credit for. Heating and cooling systems also keep us safe from contaminants, prevent structural damage to your home’s interiors, and more. Looking for an experienced HVAC company for … Continue reading What Are the Benefits of an HVAC System?

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Understanding Home Air Filtration and Why You Need It

Understanding Home Air Filtration & Why You Need it

The air inside your home is the air you and your loved ones breathe all the time. While we might be confident that only the air outside is polluted and we are safe indoors, this is not always true. There are a lot of contaminants and pollutants in indoor air as well, which may lead to various health problems. Particularly if someone in your family is highly allergic to airborne allergens or has asthmatic trouble, contaminated air could be a … Continue reading Understanding Home Air Filtration and Why You Need It

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How to Test & Prepare Your Heating System for Cool Weather

We often tend to wait until the last minute before we decide to check if our heating system is working fine to take us through the winters. Worse still, some of us do not even care to check until we actually see a problem when running the heater. However, a little caution and preparedness can save you a lot of trouble during the winters. A faulty heating system can be a pain in the chilly months, and getting it repaired … Continue reading How to Test & Prepare Your Heating System for Cool Weather

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How to Lower Humidity in Your House

Summers may be fun but they can also be equally uncomfortable. Particularly with the humidity that we experience in St. Louis, the sweat and the heat do not make a very pleasant combination. Most often, it is the humidity that makes us more miserable than the temperature outside. Humid climates drain you of your energy and make you feel exhausted easily with all that sweating. If you know how to lower humidity in your house, you can at least be … Continue reading How to Lower Humidity in Your House

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