Common Indoor Air Quality Concerns to Watch for in Summer

Indoor Air Quality Concerns | St. Louis HVAC

The summer months in St. Louis should be a time for fun, leisure, and great memories. They should not be a time you remember because of asthma attacks, wheezing or other respiratory ailments. Unfortunately, more people are suffering from these kinds of breathing problems because of declining air quality. In response, people retreat indoors to enjoy cool temperatures and better indoor air quality. However, there are still many cases where the air quality indoors can be just as bad or … Continue reading Common Indoor Air Quality Concerns to Watch for in Summer

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Comparing Single Room & Whole Home Air Cleaners

Air Cleaners can come in either single room or whole home variations, but there is a huge difference between the two not just in size, but also how they affect the air quality in your home. This guide will highlight some considerations as you shop for air cleaners for your house. For more information and for help choosing the right air cleaner for your St. Louis home, contact the heating & air conditioning professionals at Galmiche & Sons today. Single … Continue reading Comparing Single Room & Whole Home Air Cleaners

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What are HVAC UV Lights?

HVAC UV lights are designed to improve the air quality in your home. UV stands for ultraviolet, a spectrum of light that is very effective at killing bacteria, mold, and other disease-causing microorganisms. These lights are used as a safe disinfection solution in industrial, commercial, and healthcare settings. For instance, the food industry ensures the safety of its products by irradiating working surfaces to disinfect them. UV lights are also used to purify water to ensure that it is safe … Continue reading What are HVAC UV Lights?

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UV Air Purifier: Improve Indoor Air Quality & Promote Health

Anyone with allergies, asthma, or any other respiratory concern should be interested in improving the indoor air quality in their home. There are many ways through which this could be done. One of the most recent developments in heating, cooling, and ventilation technology is the use of a UV air purifier. To get a free quote on installing a UV air purifier in your St. Louis area home, contact our heating & air conditioning experts today! What You Need to … Continue reading UV Air Purifier: Improve Indoor Air Quality & Promote Health

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5 Steps to Keep Pollen Out & Improve Air Quality This Spring

The spring season has started and everyone is excited for warmer weather, pretty greenery, and bright, colorful flowers. However, as beautiful as it is, it also carries a challenge for people to improve air quality in their homes with rising pollen counts and other irritants in the air. As a St. Louis resident, you probably know that among all pollutants that could affect air quality, pollen is the most persistent during the spring season. Being the one of the most … Continue reading 5 Steps to Keep Pollen Out & Improve Air Quality This Spring

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Are Chemicals Affecting Your Indoor Air Quality?

The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) considers low indoor air quality in US households one of the top environmental dangers for the public. St. Louis residents are particularly vulnerable to indoor air pollution because of industrialization, population growth, and extreme climate patterns. One might think that it is safer to be indoors than outdoors these days. However, in terms of air quality, this does not seem to be the case anymore. According to the EPA and the World Health Organization, indoor … Continue reading Are Chemicals Affecting Your Indoor Air Quality?

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What is an Electronic Air Cleaner?

There are many pollutants and allergens in the air today that can trigger breathing issues like asthma or wheezing. To maintain a high level of indoor air quality in your home, consider buying an electronic air cleaner, or EAC. These cleaners are efficient at filtering impurities and irritants from the air, and are installed as part of your HVAC system. Electronic air cleaners work by using electricity to attract particles. In other words, it works like a much more powerful … Continue reading What is an Electronic Air Cleaner?

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Spring Cleaning Tips to Improve Indoor Air Quality

Improve Indoor Air Quality with Spring Cleaning

Now that spring is in full swing, it is time to bring the fresh air inside and get rid of the air that has been stagnant in your home all winter. All the spring cleaning you are doing is inevitably going to kick up dust and allergens into the air, so it is best to take steps to improve indoor air quality and get clean air to cycle through your home so you can breathe easy. You may be wondering … Continue reading Spring Cleaning Tips to Improve Indoor Air Quality

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Home Comfort Systems: Why HVAC is More Than Just Heating & Cooling

Home Comfort Systems | More than Heating & Cooling

HVAC systems are in charge of keeping your home at comfortable temperatures in St. Louis year-round: from hot and humid summer months to cold winter months. However, home comfort systems, when installed by certified professionals, can do so much more. Modern systems are designed to optimize home comfort almost instantaneously, reducing the work necessary to enjoy controlled temperatures in your home. New systems are being manufactured with increased functionality and features, which we will tell you more about below. To … Continue reading Home Comfort Systems: Why HVAC is More Than Just Heating & Cooling

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7 Simple Tips for Controlling Indoor Allergens in Your HVAC System

Managing dust and indoor allergens in your home in the St. Louis area does not need to be challenging. We have compiled a list of tips to help you manage and reduce airborne irritants. Reducing the amount of particulates in the air will help you be healthier, breathe easier, and have a cleaner home. If you have more questions or want help managing the indoor allergens in your home, call us at 314-993-1110 or contact our heating & air conditioning … Continue reading 7 Simple Tips for Controlling Indoor Allergens in Your HVAC System

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