Sterilize Microorganisms with a Germicidal UV Lamp

Ultraviolet light is why you get sunburnt after spending too much time outside. The shorter wavelength that keeps UV light invisible to our eyes also enhances its energy. This energy is enough to break down the molecular bonds of genetic material, particularly that of microorganisms like mildew and bacteria. The sudden change can completely kill microbes or simply stop them from reproducing, but the results are largely similar.

It’s a good idea to install UV lights right into your HVAC system. When air passes through during a heating or cooling cycle, airborne microbes come in contact with the UV light while they move past. You can ensure balanced temperatures while also increasing air quality. And because the germicidal lamp is limited to your air ducts, you don’t need to worry about being affected by the UV rays.

A UV lamp mounted in the ductwork is referred to as an air sanitizing light, and is ideal for microbes already airborne. An air sanitizing light can easily be integrated with the HVAC system’s blower motor, where the UV lamp only lights up during an active heating or cooling cycle.

There are also lights designed for specific HVAC components like the condenser coils on your air conditioner. Quality coil sanitizing lights should help stop mold and mildew from utilizing the coils’ condensation.