Glossary of HVAC Terms: A Guide for Heating and Cooling Terms

The world of HVAC often throws around many different terms that can cause some confusion when researching the best heating and cooling system for your home. This guide to HVAC terms should help you discover more about your home’s furnace or air conditioner and learn more about what each of the different terms means. If you have a heating and cooling project in mind in the St. Louis area, Galmiche & Sons has decades of experiences repairing and installing air … Continue reading Glossary of HVAC Terms: A Guide for Heating and Cooling Terms

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Top Tips for Hiring a St. Louis HVAC Technician

When shopping for a new air conditioner or furnace, it is easy to get caught up in researching the best equipment for your home. There are many positive features to new heating and cooling systems. But many homeowners overlook a critical piece of their HVAC system, the person who will install it. If you hire a bad installer, many of those great energy-saving features may not function to their best ability. Below, we discuss what to look for when it … Continue reading Top Tips for Hiring a St. Louis HVAC Technician

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New Year’s Resolutions for HVAC Systems

New Year’s resolutions typically focus on healthy activities for mind and body. Get more exercise, eat less sugar, or save more money. Your home is often neglected in thoughts of making changes, but it should not be. It is important to maintain a healthy home for you and your family, and what better way to make sure your home is healthy than by making sure your HVAC system is in good shape. HVAC systems are the life of your home, … Continue reading New Year’s Resolutions for HVAC Systems

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How HVAC Maintenance Extends the Life of Your System

HVAC Maintenance Extends the Life of Your HVAC System

HVAC maintenance is essential to proper care of your home and family. There are several steps you can take to ensure that your HVAC system is working at peak efficiency to properly serve your home or business. As the winter months creep in and temperatures drop, it is essential now more than ever to ensure that your system is working correctly. With these simple steps for HVAC maintenance, you can prolong the life of your current system. Simple HVAC Maintenance … Continue reading How HVAC Maintenance Extends the Life of Your System

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Tips to Winterize Your HVAC System for St. Louis Winter

In St. Louis, the hot and humid summer weather has been replaced with chilly nights and crisp fall days, which means that winter is almost upon us! While the weather is still relatively mild, now is a good time to prepare your home for the winter. St. Louis families should take steps to winterize HVAC systems in their homes in anticipation of colder weather. This will not only ensure protection and comfort over the winter, but also gives you the … Continue reading Tips to Winterize Your HVAC System for St. Louis Winter

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Why You Should Avoid DIY HVAC Repair

Many people are decent at performing DIY duties around the home. However, when it comes to your HVAC system, it is advised to let the professionals take care of it rather than attempt any DIY HVAC repair yourself. While DIY HVAC repair may seem a good cost saving exercise in the beginning, it can end up with much costlier consequences if not done correctly. If you have an HVAC problem in St. Louis, and need help correcting a DIY HVAC … Continue reading Why You Should Avoid DIY HVAC Repair

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How HVAC Maintenance Contracts Can Save You Money

With the level of reliance on HVAC systems in St. Louis year round thanks to hot and humid summers and cold winters, many homeowners count on HVAC maintenance contracts to keep their HVAC system running smoothly. These offer several benefits, but some people still wonder how it can be beneficial to pay for a yearly maintenance agreement. From increased longevity for your HVAC system, to peace of mind that it will always be running at its top efficiency, there are … Continue reading How HVAC Maintenance Contracts Can Save You Money

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Common Myths About Ductless HVAC Systems

Ductless HVAC Systems | St. Louis HVAC Tips

While invented in Japan in the 1970’s, ductless HVAC systems have only been distributed commercially in the United States for about 20 years. With new technology often comes myths and common misconceptions. However, whether your current traditional HVAC system is failing or you are simply looking to upgrade to a more cost effective, energy efficient option, there is a good chance a ductless HVAC system might be the option for you. 4 Myths About Ductless HVAC Systems 1. Ductless HVAC … Continue reading Common Myths About Ductless HVAC Systems

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HVAC Replacement: Hidden Benefits of Replacing Furnace & AC Together

As St. Louis enters the fall season, it may be time to consider replacing furnace and AC units in your home. There are many hidden and often overlooked benefits to simultaneous replacement of both units. If you have any questions about whether furnace replacement may need to be in your upcoming plans, contact our heating & air conditioning company today! We can discuss any issues you may be having and direct you to the best next step. Why Replacing Furnace … Continue reading HVAC Replacement: Hidden Benefits of Replacing Furnace & AC Together

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Window Air Conditioner FAQs

If you are shopping around for an air conditioner, it is important to study what your options are. There are many types, brands, and models of air conditioners out in the market today that choosing which one is the best for your home and family can seem overwhelming. A window air conditioner is a popular choice among many home and business owners in St. Louis for a good reason. Typically, this type of air conditioner is a lot cheaper than … Continue reading Window Air Conditioner FAQs

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