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Here’s Why Your Indoor Air Quality Is so Important

Cut down on your home's indoor pollution

Here’s Why Your Indoor Air Quality Is so Important

With homeowners in the Greater Milwaukee area spending so much more time at home because of COVID-19, making your house as safe and comfortable as possible is crucial. That’s where the experts at Tom’s Heating Service come in. Not only do we help keep your heating and cooling systems working for you, but we also work hard to enhance your family’s health and safety with the best possible indoor air quality (IAQ). But what is indoor air quality, and why is it so important […]

Here’s Why You Need a Whole-Home Humidifier in Your House

A humidifier alleviates dry air in your home during the winter months

Here’s Why You Need a Whole-Home Humidifier in Your House

Winter brings more than just freezing cold temperatures—it also brings dry, uncomfortable air. While a furnace, boiler, or other heating system can keep the coldness at bay, it can’t always help balance out the dryness. That’s where a whole-home humidifier comes in. It helps alleviate dry air while benefitting your home comfort in several other ways.

Helps Your Home Feel Warmer

A whole-home humidifier does exactly what its name suggests—it adds humidity to your entire house. That humidity […]

Simple Reasons You Shouldn’t Underestimate Your Air Filter

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Simple Reasons You Shouldn’t Underestimate Your Air Filter

The air filter is often overlooked when it comes to home comfort, but it does more for your health than you think. A dirty air filter can lead to many problems, including skyrocketing energy bills and poor indoor air quality. Keep reading to discover why Tom’s Heating Service recommends you place more emphasis on your air filter and how often you should replace it.

What Is an Air Filter and What Does It Actually Do?

An air filter is a device typically made of spun fiberglass […]

Spring Clean Your Air Conditioner to Beat the Heat (and Costly Repairs)

It's time to clean and check your air conditioner before any issues becomes a summer emergency

Spring Clean Your Air Conditioner to Beat the Heat (and Costly Repairs)

The Importance of Spring Cleaning Your Air Conditioner

Every year, when Spring finally arrives, it’s time for some cleaning. When making your to-do list, don’t forget to add air conditioner cleaning. Maintaining your system before summer begins not only makes sure your system is operating at its best when you need it, but it also helps you catch minor issues before they require more expensive repairs.

Your Spring Cleaning Checklist

While it’s a good idea to call the […]

Improving Indoor Air Quality: Top 6 Tips for Cleaner, Healthier Air

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Improving Indoor Air Quality: Top 6 Tips for Cleaner, Healthier Air

Did you know the air inside our homes can be more polluted than the air outside? It sounds strange, but it’s true. Studies conducted across the country found indoor air is two to five times more polluted than outdoor air. Chronic headaches, nausea, lethargy, allergies, asthma, and other health issues can all be caused by poor indoor air quality. Thankfully, today’s heating and cooling technology offers solutions to help you breathe cleaner air and protect your health.

Eliminate, Filtrate & Ventilate to Clear the […]

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