Air Conditioner Losing Its Cool? It Might be Time for Air Conditioner Coil Cleaning

Benefits of Air Conditioner Coil Cleaning

When your air conditioner starts to slow down, or lose some of its cooling power, there are a lot of potential issues that might be responsible. From dirty air filters to leaks in your ductwork, many things can cause your AC to slow down. One thing that many do not consider is that you might need air conditioner coil cleaning. Just like any part of your HVAC system, air conditioner coils need cleaning every once in a while to remove … Continue reading Air Conditioner Losing Its Cool? It Might be Time for Air Conditioner Coil Cleaning

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Tips to Prevent Air Leaks and Save

It can be amazing how much a little leak can end up costing you in terms of wasted energy. When you have leaks and gaps in your home’s insulation or ductwork, your HVAC system works overtime trying to keep your home cooled. Since heat can seep in through these gaps, it means that areas that were just cooled have to be cooled again. Therefore, it is important to take measures to prevent air leaks around your home and especially within … Continue reading Tips to Prevent Air Leaks and Save

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Energy Saving Tips for the Most Energy Efficient Home This Summer

The summer months can be hard on your air conditioner, especially if you are home a lot. Keeping your home comfortable and cool is important, but the more you use your AC, the harder it works, and the more likely a breakdown becomes. So, it is important to limit your air conditioner use with energy saving tips, and take measures to keep things cooler naturally. Of course, the biggest benefit of applying energy saving tips to your HVAC system is … Continue reading Energy Saving Tips for the Most Energy Efficient Home This Summer

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How to Save Energy While You Are Away on Vacation

Going on vacation is often a big expense, so it helps if when you are away, you will not be spending as much on energy for appliances or heating and cooling. You can save a lot on energy bills just by turning off the air conditioner while you are away, but did you know there is more you can do to save energy while on vacation? Preparing your HVAC system correctly — and taking a few other measures — can … Continue reading How to Save Energy While You Are Away on Vacation

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Programmable Thermostat Savings: Can Programmable Thermostats Really Save You Money?

Most modern heating and cooling systems are designed to work with a programmable thermostat and the savings you will find when you use yours properly can really add up. So, if you don’t have a programmable thermostat, the savings make it worth investing in one. If you do, there are a few things you can do to maximize how much energy (and money) you save. If you do not have one yet, your heating & air conditioning professionals at Galmiche … Continue reading Programmable Thermostat Savings: Can Programmable Thermostats Really Save You Money?

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How to Plant Trees for HVAC Savings

Your HVAC system works hard, especially in the summer months, and anything you can do to lessen the load will not only help keep your system running longer, but it will also save you money on energy bills too. In fact, you can see a lot of HVAC savings through simple tweaks to your HVAC system and your home. One great way to realize HVAC savings all summer is to plant a few trees. Just by adding a couple of … Continue reading How to Plant Trees for HVAC Savings

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Dusty Home? Your HVAC System May Be to Blame

We often think about air quality as it applies to the air outside, but indoor air quality is an important factor in respiratory health as well. You might think that dust problems are reserved for the dry winter days, but dust can be a problem in the summer as well. In fact, if you continue to have dust problems into the summer, it may be that your HVAC system is to blame. If you notice a lot of dust in … Continue reading Dusty Home? Your HVAC System May Be to Blame

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DIY Air Conditioner Tips to Prepare Your Air Conditioner for Summer

With summer coming, your air conditioner is going to start getting a lot more use, and that can lead to problems if you don’t take care to prepare for the season. Spring is a great time to schedule professional HVAC maintenance to check your HVAC system and make sure it is ready to go, but there are a few DIY air conditioner tricks you can use as well. For the most part, these DIY air conditioner tips will involve making … Continue reading DIY Air Conditioner Tips to Prepare Your Air Conditioner for Summer

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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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Change Your Air Filter: One Step to Breathing Easier with Allergies

Change Your Air Filter for Allergy Prevention

If you suffer from airborne allergens, like mold, dust, and pollen, one way to improve your allergies easily is to make sure you replace the air filters in your HVAC system often enough. In fact, if you are really feeling the allergies, it is a good idea to go ahead and replace the filter right away. It is an easy process that you can do yourself, or have done by your local HVAC professional. For those with severe allergies, it … Continue reading Change Your Air Filter: One Step to Breathing Easier with Allergies

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