Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Leaks

With the winter season at its peak, most families will spend the time indoors trying to keep warm. With this added time indoors, it is as important now as ever to make sure you have taken all precautions to protect your family from the danger of being exposed to carbon monoxide leaks. Because carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless, it is very easy for a leak to go unnoticed. Fortunately, there are a couple of things that you can do … Continue reading Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Leaks

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Winter Furnace Maintenance Tips for Improving Your Health

For many, the cold, winter season is usually spent indoors trying to stay away from all the cold outside. However, unknown to most people, indoor air can sometimes become even more polluted than outdoor air, especially if HVAC maintenance is not done properly or regularly. It is important to take care of your furnace so as to ensure the health and comfort of you and your loved ones throughout the season. Read on to find out some furnace maintenance tips … Continue reading Winter Furnace Maintenance Tips for Improving Your Health

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Winter Cleaning Tips for Indoor Air Quality

As winter rolls by, everyone wants to stay in their houses. Usually, the weather is simply too cold and unwelcoming to go outside. While you may be enjoying the warmth and comfort, your indoor air quality may be getting worse as the chilly season progresses. Following a few simple tips can help you stay healthy even when cramped up in the house. So, what are some of the winter cleaning tips that will ensure your indoor air quality remains high? … Continue reading Winter Cleaning Tips for Indoor Air Quality

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HVAC Tips for Cleaner Indoor Air

Besides the obvious heating and cooling, achieving cleaner indoor air can be one of the bonuses of a properly configured HVAC system. The air filters in your system are in part responsible for this. However, what many homeowners do not realize is that there are a several other professional services and pieces of equipment that can help you achieve cleaner indoor air. What are they? Read on to find out how you can get cleaner indoor air. If you would … Continue reading HVAC Tips for Cleaner Indoor Air

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Common Causes of Airflow Problems & What to Do About Them

When it comes to HVAC systems, most homeowners expect the highest levels of comfort in their home. However, sometimes you can experience airflow problems. Airflow problems usually lead to low airflow and result in making a room or rooms very uncomfortable. Knowing the signs of airflow problems can help you determine early on if they exist and then decide what to do about it. Read on to find out more. In the meantime, if you have been looking for a … Continue reading Common Causes of Airflow Problems & What to Do About Them

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What Happens When You Don’t Change Your Air Filter?

The HVAC system in most households usually has an air filter located in the return air duct compartment. Regardless of whether your system uses a washable or a disposable air filter, changing or cleaning the air filter is very necessary. However, most people do not know why. Is it really important to change your air filter? And what happens if you don’t? The overall workings of your HVAC system is our top priority here at Galmiche & Sons. Whether you … Continue reading What Happens When You Don’t Change Your Air Filter?

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Indoor Air Quality Solutions for Fall Allergies

Summer is ending, and for many St. Louis homeowners that brings the welcome cooler fall air and the ability to open your windows to nature. However, throughout the fall months, debris will inevitably settle into your vents affecting the air quality in your home. Dust, mold, pollens, and animal droppings can all accumulate. If anyone in your family suffers from respiratory issues caused by fall allergies, don’t hesitate. Check out these hints and tips to improve the air quality of … Continue reading Indoor Air Quality Solutions for Fall Allergies

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Indoor Air Quality Safety: How IAQ Affects Your Health

Everyone needs fresh air to stay healthy and happy at home. While we often assume that air pollution is a problem that only affects the outdoors, indoor air quality is a significant risk for many homes. In fact, in a lot of places, indoor air quality is actually a lot worse than what is outside. Thankfully, there is a lot you can do to keep the air in your home clear and healthy. Whether it is an addition to your … Continue reading Indoor Air Quality Safety: How IAQ Affects Your Health

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Everyday Factors that Reduce Air Filter Efficiency

No matter what kind of environment you are living in, the filter on your air conditioner is going to take a lot of pressure. In terms of how well your air conditioner works, air filter efficiency often has a surprising impact on overall efficiency and function. You would be amazed how often we have found the real problem with a malfunctioning unit is just a dirty filter that needs replacing. Maintaining your unit while keeping an eye toward air filter … Continue reading Everyday Factors that Reduce Air Filter Efficiency

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Indoor Air Pollution in Schools: What You Need to Know

Air pollution is commonly thought of as an issue with outdoor conditions or only affecting indoor spaces where dangerous chemicals are in use. However, indoor pollution can occur in all sorts of buildings, and air pollution in schools is a serious concern — especially for older buildings. Like old buildings of all kinds, the combination of dangerous materials and decay can create unsafe environments pretty quickly. Keeping kids safe from air pollution in schools is a serious issue and one … Continue reading Indoor Air Pollution in Schools: What You Need to Know

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