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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4 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Programmable Thermostat

Programmable Thermostat for Energy Efficiency

So, you are ready to upgrade your home with a programmable thermostat and enjoy the benefits of creating a comfortable and energy efficient home. There are some important things you need to know first. Many St. Louis homeowners find that even after they have upgraded their programmable thermostat, they are still not seeing a difference in their energy bill. Or worse, their electric bill might have even increased in price. By understanding some important common mistakes when buying a programmable … Continue reading 4 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Programmable Thermostat

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Furnace Filter Questions Answered

The filter in your home’s furnace is a vital part of your heating & cooling system. Yet with so many types and features on the market, there are many furnace filter questions that crop up for homeowners. No one wants to risk damaging their HVAC system, after all. Galmiche & Sons is a St. Louis based HVAC company with decades of furnace maintenance and repair experience under our belts, and we can answer any of your furnace filter questions. Our … Continue reading Furnace Filter Questions Answered

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Improve Your Health with Your HVAC this Cold & Flu Season

The flu season is upon us and the virus has swept across the United States this winter, with epidemic levels of illness. We all know the tried and true methods of staying healthy, from drinking extra orange juice to washing hands. However, many people do not consider how they can use their HVAC system to help prevent getting sick during this cold and flu season. From the office to at home, if you would like to learn more about how … Continue reading Improve Your Health with Your HVAC this Cold & Flu Season

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How Much Does a Ductless Heat Pump Installation Cost?

Ductless heat pumps are a growing option for homeowners looking to make their home more energy efficient while cutting utility costs. However, the upfront cost of a ductless heat pump installation can cause many homeowners to pause. When considering if a ductless heat pump is right for you, it is important to discuss the benefits and cost of ductless heat pumps with a professional. To learn more and for personalized answers to your questions, contact our St. Louis heating and … Continue reading How Much Does a Ductless Heat Pump Installation Cost?

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3 Steps to Choosing the Best Programmable Thermostat

With today’s advanced technology, a manual thermostat is more than just a piece of outdated technology. It could be costing you a lot of money on your electric bill. After all, your thermostat is the control center for your home’s heating and cooling needs. The best programmable thermostat will excel at adjusting to your needs when it comes to scheduling, comfort, and climate. So, shouldn’t your thermostat be doing the heavy lifting of helping you save energy? But which programmable … Continue reading 3 Steps to Choosing the Best Programmable Thermostat

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Whole Home Humidifiers vs. Portable Humidifiers

Whole home humidifiers keep the relative humidity in your home or office balanced to protect against the damaging effects of not enough moisture. It also adds to the comfort of your environment as well as saves energy, saves money, and reduces maintenance. Optimal comfort is achieved when humidity levels are between 30 – 50%, and a whole home humidifier can provide that. At Galmiche & Sons, we can help keep you comfortable. We install whole home humidifiers throughout the St. … Continue reading Whole Home Humidifiers vs. Portable Humidifiers

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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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Home Upgrades to Improve Energy Efficiency This New Year

We would all like to have a little more cash in our pockets and thinking of unique ways to save money can be challenging. Most of the time home upgrades are neglected or not even thought of as a money saving solution, as many homeowners fall into the "if it isn’t broke don’t fix it," mentality, which in the long run can cost more. However, there are many home upgrades that you can make to improve energy efficiency and save … Continue reading Home Upgrades to Improve Energy Efficiency This New Year

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