Rosenthal Heating and Air Conditioning Indoor Air Quality

Ultraviolet Lights

Finally, the technology used in hospitals to clean their air to prevent the spread of germs is available for home use. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, allergic disorders are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S., and affect more than 20 percent of all adults and children. EPA's studies found levels of about a dozen common organic pollutants to be up to 5 times higher inside homes than outside.

If allergies or breathing problems are affecting the quality of your family life, or if you are simply interested in better health, installing a quality ultraviolet light in the air stream that recirculates your air may be right for you.

Ultraviolet light is germicidal. It penetrates a microorganism, reacts with its DNA, and causes the loss of reproductive ability-which renders the microbe harmless. UV in sunlight naturally controls microorganism populations in outside air. The UV light emitted by a UV Light System in your air distribution ductwork in your house is much more intense than the natural UV in sunlight, making it excellent for use as an air disinfectant inside your home heating and air conditioning system.

As air circulates through the system, it is disinfected, resulting in a dramatic reduction of air-borne bacteria and viruses. The reduction of airborne microorganisms helps control the spread of colds and other illnesses that are transmitted through the air.

Mold spores, which grow on wet air conditioning coils, can be drawn into the system. UV works to keep mold from growing on the coil, which helps prevent mold and mold spores from being distributed by the system, allowing you to smell the roses instead of the “damp musties” this season. Call Rosenthal Heating and Air Conditioning for a free estimate today!