Tips to Increase Home Equity with HVAC System Upgrades

Did you know your HVAC system could help to increase home equity? When you think of selling your home, most buyers are obviously looking for a place that is more or less fully equipped. An updated HVAC system is one of the first things that a buyer would want in a home. Many homes have the ductwork ready but may have an old, outdated, and inefficient HVAC system installed, which can be a deal-breaker. If you are selling your home, … Continue reading Tips to Increase Home Equity with HVAC System Upgrades

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HVAC Smells & Sounds: What Do They Mean?

Your heating and air conditioning system runs almost all year long. Particularly in St. Louis, where the summers are sweltering and winters equally harsh, the HVAC system has to be on the job all the time. It undergoes a lot of wear and tear and requires regular maintenance to ensure that it runs efficiently for longer. Over time, you may notice certain changes in the smells and sounds coming from your HVAC systems. HVAC smells and sounds tell a lot … Continue reading HVAC Smells & Sounds: What Do They Mean?

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Fall Allergy Concerns? Learn How Your HVAC System Can Reduce Allergies

Each year in the U.S., over fifty million people suffer from allergies, which are one of the major causes of chronic illnesses. Allergens are present in dust, pollen, and mold. Seasonal allergies caused by sensitivity to dust mites, pollens, or airborne mold spores, tend to get worse in fall, winter, and spring. A well-maintained HVAC system improves air quality, prevents the accumulation of allergens, reduces fall allergy concerns, and enhances the level of comfort inside your home. Read on to … Continue reading Fall Allergy Concerns? Learn How Your HVAC System Can Reduce Allergies

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What Can HVAC Zone Control Do for You?

Not every area of your home or office space requires the same, consistent level of heating and cooling. Certain spaces need to be at a different temperature than the rest of the house, to ensure that it does not become too moldy or dry. For example, the kitchen, bathroom, and living room all are exposed to different conditions. In these cases, it helps to install a HVAC zone control system in your home. This is also called HVAC zoning system … Continue reading What Can HVAC Zone Control Do for You?

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How to Choose an HVAC System That is Right for You

Thinking of getting a new HVAC system installed for your St. Louis home? That is a great idea. But have you decided which HVAC system to buy? There are hundreds of options out there, and knowing how to choose an HVAC system that meets your needs can make a big difference to your costs and the return on investment you get. Read on below to learn more about how to choose an HVAC system for your home. Once you have … Continue reading How to Choose an HVAC System That is Right for You

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What are the Parts of an Air Conditioner?

You may have been using an HVAC system for a long time now but are not quite sure how it really works. It is normal to be a little curious about what is inside that box that makes cooling large spaces look so simple. Many take this amazing piece of technology for granted while it keeps us cool in the sweltering St. Louis summers. But not anymore. Today, let us finally dissect the ever so useful HVAC system and understand … Continue reading What are the Parts of an Air Conditioner?

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What Does an HVAC Contractor Do & How Can They Help You?

Have you always looked at advertisements for HVAC services and wondered what does an HVAC contractor do? If yes, you are not alone. Many homeowners and building managers are not sure about the roles and responsibilities of HVAC contractors. Because of this lack of knowledge, they are not certain if they can contact an HVAC contractor for help when they require HVAC system maintenance or repairs. At Galmiche & Sons, we are reputed HVAC contractors in St. Louis. We have … Continue reading What Does an HVAC Contractor Do & How Can They Help You?

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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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