It can happen in the cleanest homes you know, including yours. “It,” in this case, is dirt forming on or near your air supply vents and registers. When people first notice, it’s easy to assume that the dirt particles are coming from inside the ductwork. But that’s not the case. All that dirt already resides … Read more
No matter how much you love your home, it can still be making you sick. The good news is, you don’t need to just sit back and take it, especially with Optimum Air on hand to assist you with today’s latest indoor air quality solutions. One product we recommend is a UV (ultra violet) air … Read more
They’re invisible to the naked eye, and found in every home. And, for anyone suffering from allergy or asthma, they can make your life miserable. Who or what are we talking about? None other than dust mites. These tiny creatures nestle down deep into couch cushions, upholstered chairs, carpeting, and bedding. They live off organic … Read more
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, air conditioners use about 6 percent of all the electricity produced in the U.S. Today, in fact, more than 90 percent of US households rely on some sort of air conditioning to help them beat the heat. Can that level of energy consumption be reduced without depriving anyone … Read more
Time for a little AC 101 – at least until we get to the meat of this blog. Your home air conditioning system consists of three main parts: the outside condensing unit, indoor air handler, and the air ducts that deliver cool, fresh air through your vents or registers. While companies like ours perform countless … Read more
If you still think a central AC system is your only option for whole-house comfort during the summer months, we have some terrific news for you, especially if you’re in the market for a new or replacement home cooling system. Central air, for all its advantages, isn’t for everyone. Perhaps your house can’t support air … Read more
When you think of chalk, you probably think of math problems on elementary school black boards and sidewalk drawings on a warm summer day. Well, in addition to being a teacher’s helper and childhood favorite, chalk has a host of surprising uses all over the home. From helping out with home improvement tasks to stopping … Read more
The dog-eat-dog world of commerce can work for or against you, and often at the same time. Let’s say, for example, you’re planning to replace your heating or air conditioning system, and you’re determined to purchase the lowest price option, because “Nobody’s going to rip me off!” And yet, so many times when price is … Read more
We admit it – we’ve already got a touch of spring fever and it’s not even February yet. Oh well, what’s the harm, right? Well, in our line of work, once thoughts of spring come to mind, so do thoughts of air conditioning. And then it hit us: wouldn’t it be a refreshing change of … Read more
As you drive through the suburbs of the Dallas/Fort Worth area during the heating season, here’s something you’re bound to see over and over again: neatly wrapped and tied outdoor air conditioner units. After all, since covers are sold in the first place, buying them to cover your AC unit must be the smart move, … Read more
