Installing a UV HVAC light can be a great way to improve indoor air quality and increase the efficiency of your heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Scientific studies have proven that UV lights can clean the coils and air that passes through the air conditioning system, eliminating mold and mildew, killing viruses and bacteria, and reducing odors. Pollution in air conditioning units is a widespread problem that can lead to building-related illnesses, such as viral or bacterial infections, allergic rhinitis, asthma and hypersensitivity pneumonitis. To purify the air, you need to use germicidal ultraviolet (UVGI) light, which operates within the UV-C spectrum, the most effective wavelength for germicidal efficiency.
The most common type of HVAC light is a duct light placed near the central air system fan. With the right conditions and proper installation, UV lights can be very effective in killing viruses, molds and bacteria. Installing a UV air purifier will prevent mold and bacteria from growing and spreading throughout the HVAC system. Even if your HVAC system has a high-quality air filter, adding UV light will help kill microorganisms and bacteria that might be small enough to pass through the filter.
This is why many HVAC professionals recommend installing ultraviolet (UV) lights inside your system. UV HVAC lighting systems are also effective at neutralizing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) found in many household items, such as paints, solvents, sprays, cleaners, disinfectants, repellents and air fresheners. Since germicidal UV light will most likely be installed on your air controller, you don't have to worry about it affecting vulnerable plastic components. UV HVAC lights are relatively affordable compared to other air filtration systems, such as air purifiers and filters.
Whether you want to maximize the efficiency of your air conditioning system or keep the effects of allergens away, a UV lamp is a smart long-term investment. Mounting it this way will allow UV light to clean the air in your oven and your central air system, if you have one. A poor installation can defeat the purpose of installing a UV lamp, so hire a professional if you have questions about how to complete the job. It is very important to ensure that it is impossible to see the UV lamp once installed in the air conditioning system.
While UV lights in air conditioning systems are effective in sterilizing contaminants and allergens, they have some limitations. However, with proper installation and maintenance, they can be an excellent way to improve indoor air quality.
