Why Does My Air Conditioner Need Refrigerant?

While air conditioners are designed to recirculate refrigerant, you may have had an HVAC tech tell you from time to time that your air conditioner needs refrigerant topped off. If you have ever heard this and wondered, “Why does my air conditioner need refrigerant?”, here is what you should know. Refrigerant is the fluid inside your air conditioner that easily changes between liquid and gaseous states. It moves through the condenser as a liquid and enters the evaporator coil, pulling … Continue reading Why Does My Air Conditioner Need Refrigerant?

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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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Common Air Conditioner Smells and What Causes Them

While the air conditioner is an amazing piece of equipment, being in an air-conditioned room can sometimes turn into a not-so-pleasant experience. You may have often noticed these weird and terrible smells come from your air conditioner and could not figure out why this was happening. Air conditioner smells can be even more awful because there is no other ventilation system in the room. Let us find out what that smell is and where it is coming from. If you … Continue reading Common Air Conditioner Smells and What Causes Them

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How Old is Your AC: Tips for Determining Your Air Conditioner Age

Have you ever considered how old your air conditioner is? Every summer your HVAC system keeps cooling you off, providing the comfort and freshness that you so desperately need. But, your air conditioner has a life span too. Heating or cooling performance largely depends on air conditioner age. You may have felt lately that the air conditioning system in your home or office isn’t working as efficiently. This could be because it is too old. You must have noticed that … Continue reading How Old is Your AC: Tips for Determining Your Air Conditioner Age

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Top 3 Traits You Should Look for in Any Air Conditioning Contractor

When you are in the market for an air conditioning contractor, it can be a bit of a stressful process. You are depending on someone to help your family get back to a point where your home is cool and comfortable. You want to know your HVAC contractor is knowledgeable, reliable, trustworthy, and fair. Below, we discuss the top three traits you should look for when hiring a contractor to address your air conditioning needs. We want to help ensure … Continue reading Top 3 Traits You Should Look for in Any Air Conditioning Contractor

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Ducted Air Conditioning Installation & Replacement: Key Points to Keep in Mind

Ducted Air Conditioning Installation and Replacement

Air conditioners make our hot and humid St. Louis summers more bearable, without which we would be pretty miserable. There are several variations and models of air conditioner units available on the market that can meet almost any budget and usage requirement. However, many homeowners opt for a ducted air conditioning system installation because of the better cooling they provide as well as the aesthetics of such a system. Below, we discuss things to consider before the install of your … Continue reading Ducted Air Conditioning Installation & Replacement: Key Points to Keep in Mind

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Tips for Choosing the Best Air Conditioner for Your AC Replacement

The summer is well under way and if you are in St. Louis, you know the heat and humidity is just par for the course! By now you likely also already know if your air conditioner is not cutting it anymore, and if you envision finishing out your summer in your home in cool comfort rather than being subject to the stickiness of our hot weather, you probably need AC replacement. If you are ready for AC replacement, read on … Continue reading Tips for Choosing the Best Air Conditioner for Your AC Replacement

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