When it comes to protecting the air quality inside your home, not all purification systems are created equal. Many people rely on portable units to clean small areas, but these devices often fall short. Especially when it comes to whole-home coverage, efficiency, and long-term effectiveness. That’s why we strongly recommend the REME HALO+ whole-house air … Read more
“New” can be a wonderful scent. A car with leather interior, a scented candle lit for the first time, a batch of cookies fresh out of the oven, fresh basil from the garden – these and more do a remarkable job of awakening our senses. Then again, some new household odors aren’t nearly as inviting. … Read more
As of spring, 2018, a US government survey reports that more than 100 million homes have central air condition. Which means it’s no longer a novelty or even a luxury only for the affluent. Today, it’s pretty much expected. But here’s what you may not expect. A well-maintained AC system can do much more than … Read more
Have you ever heard someone complain about the horrors of “allergy season,” as if that were only one time of year? Well, that’s simply not true, including right here in the DFW area. Allergy triggers change by the season, but there’s always something in the air that can make you downright miserable. In spring, for … Read more
A “dry house” isn’t one where adult beverages are banned – at least not for purposes of this newsletter. It is, however, a place where the dry indoor air is so dry, it might be causing you any number of problems, including: Frequent bloody noses Dry skin Dry throat Itchy, watery eyes Static electrical shock … Read more
You know the old expression: “If these walls could talk!” Quaint and wistful, don’t you think? But its core message is that walls really CAN’T talk Not to mention lights, furnaces, AC condensing units, windows, doors and other inanimate objects. Here at Optimum Air, we respectfully disagree. Oh, sure, they can’t actually speak any more … Read more
A new year is upon us and it’s time to start acting on your resolutions. And now for the good news: if organizing your home is on the list, we can help make this seemingly daunting and time-consuming task a bit more manageable. Just tackle two of these simple to-dos a week and see … Read more
Winter can be a hazardous time for your pet care cat or dog. In fact, when you combine frigid outdoor temperatures and chemicals from ice-melting agents, a simple walk around the block can be challenging in the extreme. That’s why we encourage you to follow these seasonal safety precautions: Help prevent dry, itchy skin by … 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
As spring temperatures begin to heat up, we know that those hot, lazy, hazy days of summer can’t be far off. For many, that means more time at the lake or pool – you know, the usual. But do you know what else is usual? That more than 50% of American adults can’t swim well … Read more
