What to Expect from Your New Furnace Installation

At some point or another, due to age or updating, every home will require new furnace installation. This is nothing to be stressed about as a furnace installation is generally a straightforward and simple undertaking. Working with a reliable HVAC company is essential in ensuring that your new furnace installation goes smoothly. Understanding what to expect when you are getting a new furnace helps to take some of the stress and mystery out of the process. Here at Galmiche & … Continue reading What to Expect from Your New Furnace Installation

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What to Do if Your Furnace is Short Cycling

During the cold winter, our furnaces are working overtime anyway, so it is important to know whether your furnace is short cycling or not. This is a fairly common problem that homeowners experience. When a furnace is short cycling, essentially it is overheating. You can tell when your furnace is short cycling because it will turn on and off frequently, sometimes producing little to no heat. This can be a frustrating issue to deal with, especially in the middle of … Continue reading What to Do if Your Furnace is Short Cycling

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A Pre-Winter Furnace Checklist: Preparing Your HVAC for the Cold

As Autumn rolls in and the days start to cool many of us will be turning on our heaters for the first time in months. A pre-winter furnace checklist is a great way to make sure that you furnace is ready for action. Making a furnace checklist to go over as the winter comes is an easy and very helpful task that usually does a great deal of good for furnaces. A furnace checklist will help you make sure that … Continue reading A Pre-Winter Furnace Checklist: Preparing Your HVAC for the Cold

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Is Your Furnace Ready for the Fall HVAC Season?

Crisp days and brilliant shocks of orange and red signal the arrival of Autumn, but is your furnace ready for the fall HVAC season? Prepping your HVAC for the fall season is not difficult and is a great way to make sure your system is ready for the demands of winter. Fall HVAC preparations help to ensure that your system is fully functional, but they are also good for catching any problems that may arise once the cold hits. In … Continue reading Is Your Furnace Ready for the Fall HVAC Season?

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5 Heating Mistakes that Could be Costing You Big on Heating Bills

As the leaves change and winter creeps back into the world, many of us will be getting our first heating bills of the season. Furnaces account for the largest part of energy costs, which means that homeowners are always looking to save on their heating bills. Most people try to be energy conscious at home, but there are some common mistakes that can cost you big on your heating bills. At Galmiche & Sons, we are big fans of educating … Continue reading 5 Heating Mistakes that Could be Costing You Big on Heating Bills

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6 Signs It Is Time for a New Furnace Replacement

As the St. Louis winter rolls around, it is important to know how to tell when you need a new furnace replacement. A good working furnace is an essential component of your HVAC system and guarantees your comfort throughout the chilly winter months. There are some signs to be on the lookout for that signal it may be time for new furnace replacement. The last thing you want is to deal with a new furnace replacement in the dead of … Continue reading 6 Signs It Is Time for a New Furnace Replacement

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HVAC Equipment Lifespan: How Long Does HVAC Last?

As a leading HVAC company in the St. Louis area, we get asked “how long does HVAC last” quite a bit. It is a legitimate question that a lot of homeowners are rightfully concerned about. A new HVAC system is a sizeable investment and most buyers want to know how long does HVAC last in a residential setting? The lifespan of an HVAC system varies slightly depending on the system type. But, it is important to know what you can … Continue reading HVAC Equipment Lifespan: How Long Does HVAC Last?

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Taking the Right Steps to Avoid Needing HVAC Repair

Preventative maintenance is a key part of avoiding costly HVAC repair. Most people want to keep their HVAC system at optimum functionality, without the need for HVAC repair. If your system is not properly taken care of, it is likely that you will need some form of HVAC repair, most of which is quite costly. Thankfully, there are few steps you can take to ensure that your heating and cooling system stays at peak performance. Do you need HVAC repair … Continue reading Taking the Right Steps to Avoid Needing HVAC Repair

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7 HVAC Warning Signs You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Don’t let your HVAC system throw you a curveball. You can prevent unexpected issues by being on the lookout for certain HVAC warning signs. Being aware of these HVAC warning signs can save you a massive headache. At Galmiche and Sons, we like to save our customers money, which is why we are passing on these 7 HVAC warning signs to help you avoid costly repairs. Do you think your system is exhibiting some HVAC warning signs? If so, give … Continue reading 7 HVAC Warning Signs You Can’t Afford to Ignore

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Basement HVAC: HVAC Considerations When Finishing Your Basement

Maybe you have always dreamed of converting that unused basement space into a home theater or a spare room. Perhaps you have already gotten started on your finished basement. Whatever the case, be sure you keep basement HVAC in mind. Basement HVAC needs are often an afterthought of homeowners during a basement renovation, but there are some important basement HVAC considerations to be aware of. Whether you are a fix-it-yourself type or you are hiring a contractor, don’t overlook your … Continue reading Basement HVAC: HVAC Considerations When Finishing Your Basement

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