Landscaping Tips for HVAC Efficiency

Changes to your yard and landscaping can have a big impact on energy efficiency both inside and outside the home. Most people know that landscaping choices can affect your water use, but did you know that a few strategic landscaping choices can improve your HVAC efficiency as well? There are a few ways to improve your HVAC efficiency with changes to your yard, and you will be surprised how much of a difference they can make. In fact, neighborhoods with … Continue reading Landscaping Tips for HVAC Efficiency

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What are the Advantages of a Smart Thermostat?

Technology moves in rapid paces, and your home should not be the one left behind. At Galmiche & Sons, we encourage our home and business customers to consider installing a smart thermostat when it makes sense for them. The process takes less than an hour for installation, and could save you a lot of money on otherwise wasted energy costs in the long run. To learn more, check out our list of advantages of a smart thermostat below, and you … Continue reading What are the Advantages of a Smart Thermostat?

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Frequently Asked Smart Thermostat Questions

At Galmiche & Sons, we are always being asked about smart thermostats, and what they do. This webpage is designed to answer the most frequently asked smart thermostat questions for St. Louis, MO. If your question isn’t answered here, give us a call on 314-993-1110 or send us your heating & air conditioning questions online. With over six decades of experience serving the heating and cooling needs of homeowners and businesses in St. Louis, MO, we like to think we … Continue reading Frequently Asked Smart Thermostat Questions

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Frequently Asked Furnace Efficiency Questions

Since 1950, Galmiche & Sons have provided the greater St. Louis region with furnace repairs, maintenance, and friendly, expert knowledge on furnace efficiency. We know what furnace efficiency means for your household, and how making sure your system is running at its max efficiency can save you energy costs! While recent technology brings us smart thermostats and more intelligent HVAC systems, knowing the facts about furnace efficiency sometimes requires asking questions. To help, we have compiled a list of frequently … Continue reading Frequently Asked Furnace Efficiency Questions

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What are the Best Smart Thermostat Features for My Home or Business?

In this new age of controlling your entire home through your smart phone, we have found more of our customers asking, “What are the best smart thermostat features for my home or business in St. Louis?” In order to filter the information, we have compiled this short information page that will give you an idea of the smart thermostat features that are available to you to give you better control over your HVAC system, electricity, and gas bills. The added … Continue reading What are the Best Smart Thermostat Features for My Home or Business?

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Steps for Saving on Energy Bills and Heating Costs

Heating costs during the winter season can skyrocket. Of course, you want to keep the house warm enough and will probably have the furnace on for most of the time. However, you would probably still love the opportunity to cut down on the heating costs. So, how exactly do you do that? We have some ideas! In the meantime, if you are looking for a reliable HVAC contractor for furnace repair or service, do not hesitate to call Galmiche & … Continue reading Steps for Saving on Energy Bills and Heating Costs

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Tips for Finding and Fixing Cold Air Leaks in Your Home

Whenever your HVAC system is in use, it is important to be sure that it is working at maximum efficiency. This improves the lifespan of the system as well as helps to save on dollars that would be spent on utility bills. There are a couple of things that you can do to ensure that you are not spending too much on energy. One of the ways to do this is by fixing cold air leaks. Cold air leaks allow … Continue reading Tips for Finding and Fixing Cold Air Leaks in Your Home

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Top Reasons to Budget for Commercial HVAC Replacement This New Year

As you are planning your budget for this new year, it may be time to consider commercial HVAC replacement. Old and outdated commercial HVAC systems will only be the cause for higher energy bills and can mean frequent breakdowns and repairs. Even with regular maintenance, there comes a point where old systems are just not as efficient. If you still need some convincing, here are some top reasons why you should consider commercial HVAC replacement this year. In the meantime, … Continue reading Top Reasons to Budget for Commercial HVAC Replacement This New Year

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Holiday Heating Tips for Happier Holidays

With the holidays, often comes lots of house guests and entertaining. Considering that the temperatures this time of year can get really cold in St. Louis, every homeowner could use a few holiday heating tips. So, how do you go about keeping warm and cozy without breaking the bank? Read on to find some useful holiday heating tips. If you are experiencing HVAC problems in St. Louis or the surrounding area, Galmiche & Sons is the company to call. Whether … Continue reading Holiday Heating Tips for Happier Holidays

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What is a High Efficiency Condensing Furnace?

Investing in a high-efficiency heating system is a smart investment for most homeowners. When it comes to this, getting a condensing furnace will be your best option. However, many people are not familiar with what a condensing furnace is and how it works differently from the traditional furnace. Read on to find out how a condensing furnace can save you a lot of money and how it is more efficient as compared to the traditional condenser. In the meantime, whether … Continue reading What is a High Efficiency Condensing Furnace?

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