It’s a common and inexpensive pantry staple. It’s also widely underutilized and under-appreciated. We’re talking about that humble bottle of distilled vinegar you no doubt possess. And if you think its sole purpose is for making salad dressing, boy have you been missing out! Vinegar is one of the most versatile items you can have…
How to Make Recycling Fun and Meaningful for Your Kids
More than ever before, people in Arlington, North Richmond Hills, and elsewhere in the DFW area are paying closer attention to toxins found in household products, looking for ways to reduce their energy consumption, and aiming for a healthier lifestyle. In the process, we’re taking more time and care to instill these values in our…
How to Reduce Your Heating Costs in Arlington & Grand Prairie, TX
It’s not quite spring yet. Oh, outside temperatures have flirted with us here and there, but winter continues to interrupt the party with cold air and, can you believe it, the occasional snow shower? Here, in Arlington & Grand Prairie? Yep. So, for just a little while longer, you still need to keep yourself and…
How to Prevent a Fire in Your Home in Arlington & Irving, TX
Your home heating system does more than just keep your family warm. The furnace, filters, registers, ducts, and all the other components work together to push safe, clean, warm air into your home, while trapping pollutants and venting out dangerous gases and fumes. Speaking of safety, your furnace, boiler, fireplace, wood stove, and other heat…
UV Germicidal Lights in Arlington & Bedford
It seems like everywhere we turn here in the Arlington and Bedford area, we learn of something else that is potentially hazardous to our health. From BPA in plastics that was once believed safe, to anti-bacterial hand soaps that now appear to do more harm than good, it’s enough to make your head spin. And while…
Holiday Safety Tips for Euless and Arlington, TX
When we think of the holidays, we often think of family gatherings, beautifully decorated homes, and thoughtfully wrapped gifts. However, among the brightly colored lights and jingle bells lurk some potentially serious hazards. So as you gather with loved ones and turn your home into a holiday habitat worthy of a Better Homes & Gardens…
Furnace Repair Problems in Fort Worth & Arlington, TX
You know how it is here in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. We’re a summer oriented community. We thrive on the hot stuff. Even if we spend half our time complaining about it. But you want to hear some real complaining? Come to our office some time and listen in as people call when the first…
Duct Sealing Reduces Energy Costs in Arlington, TX
Are you having a hard time keeping your Arlington home’s temperature in the comfort zone lately? If so, then the problem could very well be located within your ductwork. Your ducts form a pathway for your HVAC system to deliver heated or cooled air throughout your home or business. If there are gaps, cracks, or…
Improving Indoor Air Quality in North Richland Hills & Euless
The quality of your North Richland Hills and Euless indoor air has a direct impact on your family’s comfort and various health issues. According to the EPA, indoor air is typically twice as polluted as the air outdoors. And the better sealed your home, the worse the problem. That’s because the very contaminants that pollute…
Heating System Odors in Fort Worth and Irving, and What Might be Causing Them
If your heating system is emitting strange or unpleasant odors, you don’t have to be part bloodhound to pick them up. They’ll find you: trust us. The real question is what to do about them. When in doubt, contact Optimum Air to come check things out, because it’s always better to be safe than sorry.…