Most of us assume the air inside our homes is safer than the air outside. It feels that way, right? You’re indoors. But according to the EPA, indoor air can carry pollutant concentrations two to five times higher than outdoor air and we spend roughly 90% of our time breathing it (especially in our area with many cold months). That’s a staggering statistic, but a solvable problem.
How can I ensure the air inside my home is safe?
You don’t need to overhaul your entire HVAC system to make a real difference. Right now, you are most likely using a standard air filter. These do a great job of catching dust, pet dander and larger airborne particles before they circulate through your system, but they have limitations.
They don’t stop viruses, bacteria, mold spores and VOCs (volatile organic compounds), which are contaminants small enough to pass through and into your home.
The solution is UV (ultraviolet light) air purification. Yes, the same UV protection that comes from the sun. It kills germs naturally and we can harness that power in our own homes through a specialized system.
What is UV air purification?
UV air purification uses UVC light to neutralize airborne microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, allergens and mold spores.
Hospitals use this kind of technology to sterilize operating rooms and patient spaces. You can mirror this type of protection by mounting high-intensity UVC lamps directly inside your HVAC ductwork.
At Shafer’s we recommend PremierOne Air UV Purification Systems.
As air moves through your system, those lamps go to work, not just filtering, but destroying pathogens at the DNA level so they can’t reproduce or spread or make their way into your breathing space.
It even aids in odor control! We’ve all cooked bacon or fish and thought, great, now my house is going to smell like this for a day. Due to a patented oxidation chamber, odors from cooking, pets, tobacco and mold are broken down at the molecular level.
You end up saving money, too. Keeping mold and biological growth off your cooling coils and drain pans helps your HVAC system run more efficiently and last longer.
Why should I use PremierOne Air UV Purification Systems?
PremierOne uses high-output twin-tube H lamps that deliver up to three times the sterilizing power of standard single-tube alternatives. The bulbs last around two years and the electronics are backed by a lifetime warranty.
Models like the MUV-403H and MUV7-50DR offer flexible 120-240V compatibility and adjustable odor control settings and they’re designed to fit into your existing ductwork without major modifications. Installation is simpler than most people expect and the system runs quietly in the background around the clock.
Do I really need an air purification system in my home?
Does anyone in your home suffer from allergies or asthma?
Do you have pets?
Do you notice odors lingering?
It’s worth having a conversation and we are happy to chat with you at no obligation.
How else can I keep the air in my home clean?
UV purification handles the biological and chemical side of indoor air quality. For capturing fine particles, we recommend pairing it with PremierOne PureFlo Polarized Media Filters.
PureFlo’s polarized media technology captures germs, bacteria, viruses and allergens more effectively than standard MERV 11 filters and they drop right into your existing furnace filter compartment with no modifications needed. They’re also very affordable. Breath easier and cleaner. Contact Shafer’s today to learn which PremierOne Air UV system is right for your home and family.
