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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 […]

Reasons Why a Ductless System Belongs in Your Home

Toms Heating recommends a ductless system for year-round comfort.

Reasons Why a Ductless System Belongs in Your Home

Adding a ductless system to your home can make all the difference in your year-round comfort. These powerful units eliminate hot and cold spots, bring comfort to rooms that don’t have ductwork, and lower energy bills by maximizing efficiency. Keep reading to learn more about why the Tom’s Heating Service pros recommend these heating and cooling systems so highly.

Comfort Where You Need It, When You Need It

Ductless systems are designed to fit any space and provide heating and cooling service on demand […]

5 Signs It Might Be Time for a New Furnace

Learn how to spot the signs that it might be time to replace your furnace

5 Signs It Might Be Time for a New Furnace

We all have to face the price tag of a new furnace at some point. And while postponing the investment for as long as possible seems ideal, our Tom’s Heating Service pros will tell you it’s important to replace older systems before dangerous breakdowns happen. Keep reading to learn about the top signs homeowners should watch for as their system ages and nears the end of its lifespan.

Age Isn’t Just a Number

If your furnace is 15 to 18 years or older […]

Simple Ways to DIY Furnace Maintenance This Season

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Simple Ways to DIY Furnace Maintenance This Season

Furnace maintenance is a can’t-skip service. We recommend annual cleanings and inspections to keep your system running in top condition, help prevent breakdowns, and save on energy bills. And while nothing compares to a professional Clean & Check, there are three simple ways you can DIY some of your furnace maintenance this season. Keep reading to see what the Tom’s Heating Service pros suggest you do before winter is in full swing.

NOTE: Before beginning any maintenance, make sure you turn off power to your system. There […]

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