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Fight Allergies in Austin with a UV Germicidal Light

Ultraviolet light was first used to cure tuberculosis. Today, it’s used to sanitize hospitals, some foods during processing, water and air. Germicidal lamps can also make your Austin home’s environment healthier.

A UV lamp can decontaminate HVAC systems and boost the air quality in your Austin home. It can eliminate mold, bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms within 10 seconds of contact.

This can bring relief to asthma and allergy sufferers, especially in hot, humid locations where mold and bacteria multiply. These lights may even help your HVAC system run longer, since they keep pieces clean.

Our Experts can recommend the unit that will work best for your home and your family’s needs. And all work by Strand Brothers Service Experts is supported by a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee for a year.*

How Does Germicidal UV Light Work?

Ultraviolet lamps are put inside your ductwork, near your HVAC system, and run constantly. These lamps use ultraviolet radiation and special lightbulbs to wipe out the DNA of bacteria or a virus.

In as quickly as 10 seconds, this powerful light blocks contaminants from spreading throughout your HVAC system and home.

Two studies have shown how practical UV light is in combating germs and mold.

In 2012, researchers at Duke University Medical Center used it to eliminate 97 percent of drug-resistant bacteria in 50 hospital rooms.

In 2001, researchers found UV light “significantly lowered” mold levels in a commercial office building’s HVAC equipment.

A germicidal system can also take care of odors and airborne bioaerosols like pollen or pet dander. It’s not practical against dust, which is best managed by an air filtration system.

Is UV Germicidal Light Safe?

Using UV light in your home is harmless as long as you follow a couple of safety measures.

The sun emits ultraviolet light, which has a smaller wavelength than light you can detect. It’s responsible for causing painful sunburns. Extended overexposure can cause wrinkles, skin cancer and eye problems.

The type of light used in a germicidal system is stronger, so it’s important to let Strand Brothers Service Experts handle installation and maintenance. You should never look straight into the light or let bare skin to come into contact with it.


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