Carbon Monoxide Risks and Your Furnace

Your furnace is an essential part of your heating and cooling system as it keeps your house warm during winter. However, if you have an older heating device, such as a gas furnace, it has the potential to become deadly. When this kind of equipment malfunctions, there is a possibility that it could release poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide inside the home. Therefore, all home owners should be aware of the risks that carbon monoxide poses as well as … Continue reading Carbon Monoxide Risks and Your Furnace

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Tips for Prepping Your Home & HVAC System Before Leaving for Vacation

Preparing your HVAC System for Winter Holidays

Now that the holidays are officially here, it is easy to get caught up in the fury of holiday shopping and vacation planning. While you are busy packing up for a vacation to visit or spend time with family, do not forget to prep your home in St. Louis to keep it safe and secure while you are away. As part of this prep, do not forget to check your HVAC system as well to ensure your home is safe … Continue reading Tips for Prepping Your Home & HVAC System Before Leaving for Vacation

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How to Locate and Change Your Furnace Filter

Furnace Filter | How to Change Your Air Filter

As a homeowner, it is often necessary to locate and clean or replace your furnace filter in order to keep your HVAC system running efficiently. Note that while most filters should be replaced, some more expensive furnace filters are made to be able to be cleaned and reused. If you are trying to locate and clean or replace your furnace filter, this article can walk you through all of the necessary steps. If you would like to learn more or … Continue reading How to Locate and Change Your Furnace Filter

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Furnace Filters 101: A Basic Guide to Air Filters

Unfortunately, many people do not realize the importance of furnace filters. A bad or dirty furnace filter can spread dust, pollen, allergens, bacteria, and other pollutants throughout your home, which can become harmful to the health of every one living there. Not to mention that dirty furnace filters can clog your system and decrease the efficiency and effectiveness of your heating and cooling systems. When replacing your filter, is important to select the right furnace filters for the heating and … Continue reading Furnace Filters 101: A Basic Guide to Air Filters

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When Should I Turn on My Furnace?

Fall is here, and the cold St. Louis weather is just starting to set in. During this time many people are left wondering when is best to turn their furnace on for the first time. Like many budget conscious homeowners, you may be tempted to leave the furnace off as long as you can to save money, but you may want to think again. While it can be a debatable conversation, most experts recommend turning on your furnace sooner rather … Continue reading When Should I Turn on My Furnace?

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5 Heating Mistakes to Avoid This Fall and Winter

With energy costs reaching all-time highs, it is more important than ever to avoid making as many heating mistakes as possible. As fall and winter approach, people throughout the St. Louis area are shutting down their air conditioning and preparing their HVAC systems for a long season of cold weather. For many, this means high energy bills as they try to keep their home warm. Nevertheless, there are many heating mistakes that can be easily avoided to save you money … Continue reading 5 Heating Mistakes to Avoid This Fall and Winter

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Furnace Troubleshooting: Common Reasons Your Home Is Not Heating

Furnace Troubleshooting | DIY Furnace Tips

At Galmiche & Sons, one of the most common questions we hear is “Why is my furnace not heating properly?” If you are experiencing problems heating your home, furnace troubleshooting can help diagnose and resolve the issue. While we always recommend contacting a professional HVAC company with your concerns, in this article we will talk about some furnace troubleshooting that you will be able to do by yourself to help you understand the problem and the best solution. If you … Continue reading Furnace Troubleshooting: Common Reasons Your Home Is Not Heating

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Does Closing Off Vents Improve Heating Energy Efficiency?

There has always been a notion that closing off vents to rooms where you do not need the heat actually improved heating energy efficiency. While this might sound like a logical thing to do, it is actually far from it and there are many reasons as to why this is so. First, before we look at the reasons why closing off vents will not increase heating energy efficiency, it is important to consider that is always best to turn to … Continue reading Does Closing Off Vents Improve Heating Energy Efficiency?

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Buying a New Furnace: What’s the Difference Between a Single Stage, 2-Stage & Variable Speed Furnace?

If you have been shopping for new furnaces apart from the brand name, one other common thing that you might have come across is the different speeds of furnaces. There are single stage, 2-stage, and variable speed furnaces on the market. The furnace speed is an important factor to consider before buying a furnace as this not only affects the price, but also the performance of a furnace. In this article, we are going to differentiate between a single stage, … Continue reading Buying a New Furnace: What’s the Difference Between a Single Stage, 2-Stage & Variable Speed Furnace?

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Buying a New Furnace: Top Factors to Consider

As winter approaches, one of the most valuable assets in your home will be the furnace. A efficient and reliable furnace definitely comes in handy during the cold months, so shopping for a new furnace before the harsh cold sets in if often the best idea. There are many factors to consider when buying a new furnace. It is not all just about price – efficiency and proper sizing matter too. In order to make the best decision on the … Continue reading Buying a New Furnace: Top Factors to Consider

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