What Are 5 HVAC Troubleshooting Tips That Every Homeowner Should Know?

As a homeowner, it is always good to have a few HVAC troubleshooting tips in your arsenal. Whether it is the middle of winter or the height of a summer heat wave, things can turn uncomfortable quickly if something is amiss with your system. Knowing a few HVAC troubleshooting tips can help you to fix your system, and hopefully save the cost of a technician visit. Here at Galmiche & Sons, we like to keep our customers informed, which is … Continue reading What Are 5 HVAC Troubleshooting Tips That Every Homeowner Should Know?

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Why is There a Burning Smell from the Heater?

With winter now on the horizon, many of us are starting up our furnaces for the first time in a while. While the first blast of warm air always feels nice, it is not uncommon to notice a burning smell from the heater. Experiencing a burning smell from the heater can be unpleasant and concerning. There are several factors that can contribute to the burning smell coming from the heater. It could just be dust, or it could be something … Continue reading Why is There a Burning Smell from the Heater?

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What Are 3 Ways to Tell If Your Heater is Energy Efficient?

Homeowners are always looking for ways to cut down on energy costs. Ensuring your heater is energy efficient is a great step you can take to help reduce costs. But, how do you tell if your heater or furnace is energy efficient? There is a plethora of information for HVAC customers, which can be a little overwhelming. Don’t worry – we’re here to help. Galmiche & Sons can help you determine if your heater is energy efficient and the best … Continue reading What Are 3 Ways to Tell If Your Heater is Energy Efficient?

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5 Top Tips for Safely Heating Your Home During the Winter Months

Tips for Safely Heating Your Home During Winter

Winter is inching into St. Louis and people’s minds are shifting to thoughts of upcoming holidays and family. As the cold months arrive, it is important to make sure that you are safely heating your home. Many folks will be starting the heating systems for the first time and safely heating their residences should be their top priority. It can be easy to just flip the switch on your thermostat and forget about it, but there are steps you should … Continue reading 5 Top Tips for Safely Heating Your Home During the Winter Months

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A Pre-Winter Furnace Checklist You Can’t Afford to Skip

Fall is in full swing and there is a chill in the air, which means winter is just around the corner. A pre-winter furnace checklist is a helpful tool to make sure your furnace is good to go this cold season. As your furnace has most likely been laying dormant all spring and summer, a pre-winter furnace checklist is a great way to prevent any unexpected issues. Using a handy pre-winter furnace checklist is also a good way to extend … Continue reading A Pre-Winter Furnace Checklist You Can’t Afford to Skip

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How to Improve Your Home’s Air Quality and Reduce Indoor Allergens This Fall

How to Reduce Indoor Allergens This Fall

Who doesn’t want to easily reduce indoor allergens and boost air quality in their home? Poor air quality and air pollution conjures images of factory smokestacks and traffic jams, but it is just as likely to affect you at home. Luckily, there are some easy ways to reduce indoor allergens and improve your air quality. At Galmiche & Sons, we believe that everyone deserves to breathe easy in their homes. We are here to help you reduce indoor allergens and … Continue reading How to Improve Your Home’s Air Quality and Reduce Indoor Allergens This Fall

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What to Do If Your Heat Pump is Blowing Cold Air

Providing heating in the winter and cooling in the summer, heat pumps are indispensable in every season. It really is a fantastic device. So when your heat pump is not functioning correctly, it is frustrating. However, if your heat pump is blowing cold air, it can be especially dire in winter. When a heat pump is not heating, there are several things that could be happening. We have constructed this list to help our customers understand why their heat pump … Continue reading What to Do If Your Heat Pump is Blowing Cold Air

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Signs When You Need Emergency Furnace Repair

No one likes having to deal with furnace problems, especially during the winter. The cold nights can suddenly get a lot colder if your heating goes out. If your furnace stops working suddenly, you may need emergency furnace repair. Furnaces can stop functioning for a variety of reasons, so it can be tricky to know if you need emergency furnace repair or not. In some cases, a faulty or damaged furnace can cause further system damage if it continues to … Continue reading Signs When You Need Emergency Furnace Repair

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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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Efficiently Heating and Cooling Your New Construction Home

A newly built home is a wonderful thing and quite often is the manifestation of someone’s dreams. After the whirlwind of building, it is important to think about heating and cooling your new construction home. HVAC costs are unfortunately unavoidable and can be a constant cost for homeowners, year after year. Though, if you take the time to ensure that heating and cooling for your new construction home is done right, you can save in the long run. There are … Continue reading Efficiently Heating and Cooling Your New Construction Home

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