UV Lights Do More Than Catch Pollutants

Ultraviolet or UV lights can help enhance the health of your home via your HVAC system. Nowadays more and more HVAC manufacturers are offering systems that feature built-in lights to help capture pollutants. But what do UV lights do beyond this? Actually, quite a bit.

HVAC systems require an indoor or evaporator coil in order to be functional. This coil is a magnet for dust, dander and other dirt that can harbor germs and devalue the breathing air that is then circulated throughout your home. Thanks to these lights, mildew and mold that might normally grow on or around the coil can be eliminated. These ultra-strong lights have the capability to kill not only mold and mildew, but also viruses and bacteria.

UV lights trap common household air pollutants such as pollen, pet odors and smoke as well. The UV lights then work to purify the air in your home, creating a much healthier environment for you and your family. If you have a smoker in your household, you'll especially need an HVAC system equipped with ultraviolet lights. Allergens are eliminated as are airborne germs, which helps reduce the potential for illness within your family and home.

Not only will the air quality in your home greatly improve, but you will also experience increased air flow. When you reduce microbial build-up on your heating and cooling coils, the efficiency of your system will improve as well.

If you are considering the addition of UV lighting to improve the health of your home, contact Comfort Services for expert assistance.