Energy Efficient Heating: 5 Simple Tips to Help You Heat Your Home More Efficiently

Homeowners who invest in a new furnace or a heat pump are generally interested in efficient heating. No one wants to pay for an inefficient heating unit. While different types of heating systems have varying levels of efficiency, there are some extra things you can do to ensure efficient heating in your home. Efficient heating not only saves you money on energy costs, but can also extend the life of your furnace and help prevent costly break downs. If you … Continue reading Energy Efficient Heating: 5 Simple Tips to Help You Heat Your Home More Efficiently

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Does Turning Heat Down at Night Actually Save Money?

The short answer is yes! So if you have been turning your heat down at night, you are ahead of the game. While many are already turning heat down at night to save money, many people are not taking advantage of these easy savings. The simple act of turning down heat at night while you are sleeping can help you save nearly $200 a year on your heating bills. Most homeowners, especially new ones, are looking for any way they … Continue reading Does Turning Heat Down at Night Actually Save Money?

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What Size Furnace Do I Need for My Home?

When replacing a heating system or moving into a newly constructed home, most folks will naturally wonder “What size furnace do I need?”, and it can be a little daunting to try and determine the best size furnace for your home, but not to worry we are here to help. If you find yourself thinking “What size furnace do I need?”, you are off to a good start. The correct sizing of a furnace is vitally important to heater efficiency, … Continue reading What Size Furnace Do I Need for My Home?

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When Should I Turn My Furnace on in the Fall?

When the season begins to shift into autumn, one frequently asked question that we receive is “When should I turn my furnace on?” Sometimes the weather in fall can be a little unpredictable, which makes it a bit tricky to know when it is time to kick the heat on. When our customers have questions about optimizing their systems’ use, we like to take the opportunity to share a little of our HVAC wisdom. Here at Galmiche & Sons, we … Continue reading When Should I Turn My Furnace on in the Fall?

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Top Reasons Why You Should Schedule a Furnace Inspection This Fall

Fall brings changing leaves and cooler temperatures, which means you will probably be firing up the heating soon. Consequently, fall is a great time to schedule a furnace inspection for your system. It is a prudent measure to arrange a furnace inspection once a year, and it is even more prudent to do it during autumn. If you ignore getting a furnace inspection now, you could potentially be without heat during mid-winter while repairs are being made. Taking the time … Continue reading Top Reasons Why You Should Schedule a Furnace Inspection This Fall

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How to Extend Your Furnace Life Expectancy

While the colors of autumn are beautiful, it is a reminder that winter is almost here. As a homeowner, it is always a good idea to prepare your furnace for winter but doing so can also help to extend your furnace life expectancy. Furnaces are a sizeable investment and most people want to maximize their life expectancy. Luckily, there are some steps you can take that will really help to extend the life expectancy of your furnace, ensuring your comfort … Continue reading How to Extend Your Furnace Life Expectancy

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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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