UV Light Sales Are on the Rise. Should They be?

Have you noticed that UV light sales are increasing day by day? Most of the hospitals are using UV lights and also in medical facilities and have been for decades. Why? Because they emit a frequency that stops microbial growth and helps prevent contagious diseases. Studies have shown this frequency destroys bacteria, fungi, mold and viruses. Another purpose of these lights is to safely sterilize air, water, and food, without the use of chemicals.

Those who suffer from mold allergies, or asthma, or who simply want a more sterile and improved air quality, could benefit from UV lights. At Denver Plumber and HVAC, we have been installing UV light systems in air ducts for years for exactly these reasons.

Why We Should Take Benefits of UV Light Sales:

When UV light is in your duct system, it stops mold growth, unlike air filters, which work to reduce air particles. The light shines on ductwork and coils, changing the environment from its normal dark and damp state to one where microorganisms aren’t able to reproduce.

By using UV light, we can reduce germ contamination in air ducts as well as we can control nasal allergies, asthma, and even cancers from mycotoxin exposure.

How are UV Light Systems Different Than Air Purifiers?

UV light kills viruses, bacteria and mold by damaging their ability to reproduce and grow. Air purifiers simply filter the air. A whole home UV light can improve the air quality of the entire house rather than just an area as a single air purifier does.

Isn’t UV Light Dangerous for Humans?

Hospitals and other facilities that use UV light do so in unoccupied rooms – such as before or after medical procedures. UV light can be damaging to skin and eyes, but a UV light installed in the air ducts is meant to shine on surfaces, not on humans. The type of UV matters – and the ones installed in your duct systems are designed to kill germs in the air and are safe and effective.

If you’d like to know more about UV light air purifiers in your duct system, call Denver Plumber and HVAC for a quote and options today. Find our location in Denver, CO