During the summer months here in the DFW area, there are two kinds of people: those who have air conditioning in their homes, and those who don’t. Among those who don’t, there are also two kinds: people who genuinely don’t want central AC in their homes, and those who do but have one or more…
“Does My AC System Need to be Repaired?”
Although there are potentially hundreds of reasons why your home’s central air conditioner may not be working up to par – or working at all – some more frequently occur than others. At Optimum Air, we possess advanced levels of skill and experience in “all things central AC,” and that includes preventative maintenance, system troubleshooting,…
How to Lower Indoor Humidity Levels.
If high outdoor humidity seems to be following you indoors, then something is definitely wrong with your AC system. Here are two distinct possibilities of what could be wrong: You have an over-sized AC system. Let’s say, for example, that you have a 4-ton AC system when all you really needed was a 3-ton system. …
How to Take the Sting Out of Allergy Season.
When spring in the air, there’s always plenty to be excited about, including longer days, abundant sunshine, and more time spent outdoors. But for some, the beauty of springtime is overshadowed by the coughing, congestion, watery eyes, and other symptoms that accompany seasonal allergies. And while over-the-counter and prescription medications can help alleviate allergy symptoms,…
How to Protect Your Family Against Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a byproduct from burning fossil fuels, a process that is common in several home power tools and appliances including anything that burns natural gas. CO is a tasteless, odorless, gas that can cause health issues even at low levels of emission. That’s why, for example, you should never start your car…
How to Cool Your Home for Less.
There’s nothing quite like relaxing in a cool air conditioned home, especially when it’s blisteringly hot outdoors. Still, constant comfort can cost a pretty penny, especially if yours is an older AC system that has not been faithfully maintained. So first, we encourage you to have it professionally cleaned and inspected. That alone will help…
How to Cover Up that Ugly Outdoor Stuff!
You what they say about putting lipstick on a pig – use any shade you like, but it will still look like a pig. With all due apologies to our porcine friends, don’t you feel that way about certain aspects of your home’s exterior? You know, those that no matter what you do continue to…
How to Help Make Your AC System Last Longer.
Given: your central AC was built to last 10 – 15 years on average. Given: during a typical DFW area summer, your system more than earns its keep by putting in long hours, day and night. Given: nobody likes having to replace a worn out AC system. After all, it’s nowhere near as much fun…
10 Tips for Greater Outdoor Grilling Safety.
While some of us are dedicated year-round grilling fiends – the cold weather be darned – most of us get serious about it come spring. Like right about now when this blog goes to press. And whether you’re a seasoned (and seasoning?) pro or relatively new to the art and skill of barbecue cooking. Optimum…
Things Every Home Owner Should Have.
Whether you’re a brand new homeowner or have several years (or decades) under your belt, sooner or later you’re going to face one or more basic repairs or maintenance task. Assuming, of course, you haven’t already. And that’s probably a terrible assumption. Anyway, the next time such a moment arises, you’ll be infinitely better prepared…