In one small way, you actually might be better off in an older, drafty house vs. one that’s tightly sealed, just like a modern office building. That’s because airtight buildings typically have little to no fresh air circulation, which, in turn, gives indoor air pollutants no means of escaping outdoors. Hence, the now all-too-familiar condition … Read more
It’s a lucky thing most of us don’t suffer from claustrophobia, given the amount of time we spend indoors during a typical DFW winter. When the first signs of spring occur, we practically sprint our way to the backyard or front porch to fully embrace the warmer, balmy air and sunshine. In the meantime, there’s … Read more
You know that “thing” that comes around here in the summer that we all pretty much hate? Come on, you know what we’re talking about. It’s sticky, never seems to go away, and, on really bad days, might even follow you indoors? That’s right: humidity! And yet, for all the complaining we do, come wintertime, … Read more
Air pollution remains a significant concern throughout the US, indoors and out. In fact, indoor air, on average, is 2-5 times more polluted than outdoor air. Just how bad are things inside many people’s homes? According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, 50% of ALL illnesses are either aggravated or caused by … Read more
All things considered, there are worse places to live if you suffer from allergies or asthma. That’s the good news. On the flip side of that coin, Dallas ranks 39th on the list of America’s “most challenging places to live with asthma.” The following are the leading causes of asthma, and the worst conditions to … Read more
“New” can be a wonderful scent. A new leather coat, new car, fresh coat of paint, new wood furniture. Ah, nothing quite like it the scent from any of them. Then again, some household odors, even when associated with “new,” aren’t nearly as inviting – in particular, the scent given off by new carpets and … Read more
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, … Read more
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 … Read more
You ditched the chemical-filled household cleaners for the more natural ones. Check. You never let anyone smoke in your home. Check. And you scour grocery store shelves for food items made with the best ingredients you can find. Check again. In short, you work hard to keep your home and family as healthy as can … Read more
We have friends, relatives, and even a couple of our own employees who suffer in varying degrees from dry indoor air during the winter months. And while they all have different home remedies and lotions they swear by, most of the measures have little if anything to do with solving the problem. That’s something we’d … Read more
