UV Purification
UV Purification | Ventilation and Air Quality | Heating and Air Conditioning | Petros
Feel the difference the moment you walk into a space protected by HEP’s cutting-edge UV purification, heating, and air-conditioning solutions. Our Petros team installs powerful UV lamps directly inside your HVAC system, neutralizing up to 99.9 % of bacteria, viruses, and mold before they ever reach your living areas. By pairing this proven technology with precision-balanced airflow and energy-smart temperature control, we create a whole-home ecosystem that quietly safeguards your family’s health while lowering monthly utility costs.
We’re not just moving air—we’re perfecting it. Every installation begins with a thorough analysis of your home’s unique ventilation and air quality needs, followed by seamless integration of high-efficiency filters, sealed ductwork, and smart controls you can monitor from your phone. The result is fresher air, fewer allergens, and an HVAC system that performs at its peak season after season. Ready to breathe easier in Petros? Let HEP show you what truly clean comfort feels like.
FAQs
How does UV light purification work in an HVAC system and what contaminants does it target?
A specially calibrated ultraviolet-C (UVC) lamp is installed inside the air-handling cabinet or supply plenum of your furnace/air conditioner. As air cycles through the system, it passes within a few inches of the lamp, and the intense UVC wavelengths disrupt the DNA or RNA of microorganisms. This inactivates up to 99% of airborne bacteria, viruses, and mold spores before they can circulate back into your living spaces. The lamps also irradiate the moist interior surfaces of the evaporator coil and drain pan, preventing biofilm growth that can harbor pathogens and reduce system efficiency.
What benefits can homeowners in Petros expect from adding UV purification to their existing heating and cooling system?
Petros summers are humid and winters are cool, creating conditions where mold, mildew, and flu-season viruses thrive indoors. A UV system provides year-round protection by: • reducing the spread of seasonal illnesses and allergy triggers; • keeping the evaporator coil clean, which can restore 10–15% lost efficiency; • extending equipment life by minimizing biological buildup that causes corrosion; • lowering musty odors that humidity can intensify; and • improving overall indoor air quality (IAQ) without producing ozone or using chemicals.
Will UV lamps raise my utility bills or shorten the lifespan of my HVAC equipment?
Most residential UVC lamps draw 15–30 watts—roughly the same as a household LED bulb—so annual operating cost is typically under $20. Because the lights keep coils cleaner, they actually help the HVAC system run at its intended efficiency, which can offset that small added electric load. The lamps themselves are positioned so they do not overheat wiring or plastics; all parts are UV-rated, preventing premature wear. In fact, reduced biofilm buildup means the blower motor and compressor don’t have to work as hard, which can extend equipment lifespan.
How often do UV bulbs need replacement and what maintenance is involved?
UVC output drops gradually after about 9,000 operating hours (roughly one year of continuous use). We recommend replacing the bulb annually during your regular spring or fall HVAC tune-up. The procedure takes less than 15 minutes: power is shut off, the quar tz sleeve is wiped clean, and a new lamp is snapped into place. No special tools are required. Periodic coil inspection and filter changes should still be performed as normal to keep airflow unrestricted.
Is UV air purification safe for my family, pets, and electronics?
Yes. The UVC light is fully enclosed inside the ductwork or air-handler cabinet, so occupants and pets are never exposed to direct radiation. When installed correctly, there is no production of ozone or secondary chemicals. Electronics are unaffected because UVC photons cannot penetrate the metal housing of HVAC equipment. For added safety, service panels include interlock switches that automatically shut off the lamp when the door is opened.
Can UV purification remove odors and allergens, or do I still need traditional air filters?
A UVC system complements—not replaces—mechanical filtration. The light neutralizes living biological contaminants, which helps alleviate musty odors from mold and reduces allergen load from bacteria and some spores. However, it cannot capture non-living particulates such as dust, pet dander, or pollen. High-quality pleated filters (MERV 8–13) should still be used to trap these particles. When paired together, filters remove solids while UV treats microbes, giving you the most complete indoor air quality solution available.