You probably know that the sun’s ultraviolet light (UV) is to blame for your painful sunburn. But did you realize that a different type of ultraviolet light can be installed to keep your house’s air clean?
The sun lets off two types of harmful UV rays, UVA and UVB. These dangerous rays can result in sunburn, skin cancer, wrinkles and other types of premature aging.
There’s another kind of UV light, known as UVC. While full exposure to this ultraviolet light isn’t good for your skin or eyes, it can safely be utilized to disinfect air, water and various surfaces.
CNR Air Conditioning Inc uses this light in several of our products to enhance air filtration in Naples residences.
What is an Ultraviolet Light Used For?
This precise wavelength is referred to as “germicidal” as it wipes out the DNA of bacteria and viruses. When pathogens travel through this light, they eventually perish as they can’t reproduce.
This makes UVC light a mighty replacement to chemical disinfection. Germicidal light is applied in many disinfection uses, like medical laboratories and hospitals. It’s also used to purify drinking water and other liquids made in food processing.
It’s becoming more popular to freshen air in houses in Naples. That’s due to the fact it can also wipe out common indoor contaminants including mold, mildew and bacteria. This is an extra perk for loved ones who deal with seasonal allergies or asthma.
Uses for Germicidal UV Light in Your Home
We put a germicidal UV light within your HVAC system’s ductwork. As the light is installed in the ductwork, it makes it compatible with most heating and cooling equipment. This also keeps its beams safely housed while providing strong cleaning for your residence’s air.
Dirty air is freshened in a two-step process, first flowing through your air filter and then the UV light before circulating across your house. Even when your heat or air conditioning isn’t working, these lights still function to keep your air, ductwork and home comfort equipment clean.
This whole-house option is better than a portable air purifier, which can only clean the air in a lone room. Portable air purifiers also can’t freshen your ductwork or the inside of your HVAC system. A clean HVAC system is often a more efficient one that can even run for a longer life span. And, some portable air purifiers are notorious for creating ozone.
When considering buying a germicidal lamp for your home, it’s critical to get one that doesn’t make ozone. While ozone is fantastic at getting rid of odors and chemicals, it could also irritate your lungs and cause other respiratory symptoms.
If you’re looking for approaches to purify your home’s air, the indoor air quality experts at CNR Air Conditioning Inc can help. We sell a wide range of products to help your family breathe more easily. Contact us at 239-241-5318 to set up a free, no-obligation home comfort analysis and estimate right away!