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Ask F.H. Furr: “I saw that you install UV light air purifiers. I always thought that UV rays are dangerous. Aren’t they a form of radiation? Are UV lights safe to use in the home?” — Carrie S., Fairfax, VA
Recently, a customer asked this question to our service team. She was interested in an air purification system but was worried about the use of UV light in her home.
This thought process isn’t uncommon, especially since we see advertisements for sunglasses, sunscreen, and even clothing that protect us from UV rays. So let’s get into some basics about UV light, radiation, and whether or not it’s safe to use in your home.
Ultraviolet Light at a Glance
To answer the question of “is it safe?” you should be aware of what it is. Ultraviolet (UV) light is a form of radiation (electromagnetic waves, especially high-energy particles, which cause ionization). It’s invisible to the human eye, falling right before visible light on the electromagnetic spectrum.
It’s a range of wavelength frequencies over which electromagnetic radiation extends. Although we can’t see it, we feel its effects, especially when out in the sun, as sunlight is the main source of UV radiation.
When It’s Dangerous
UV light and radiation are dangerous when it comes to powerful rays that occur in nature and come into contact with your skin or eyes. UV can penetrate layers of your skin, causing tanning and burning. This leads to premature aging of the skin and potentially skin cancer.
Staring into UV rays can also cause vision impairment. This is why sunscreen and sunglasses are essential outdoor safety requirements. So in this form, UV light is dangerous.
When It’s Safe
UV light is safe when used in the form of a lamp or UV bulb and not coming into contact with the skin or eyes. Over the years, scientists have discovered the germ-killing power of UV light and have harnessed that power into a bulb that emits powerful but safe UV rays, sanitizing surfaces and airborne contaminants.
You should be aware that not all UV products are safe or effective. Be sure that you trust the company you purchase from. Although you should never shine UV lamps on your skin or in your eyes, UV light is safe for in-home purification when installed by a professional.
UV Light & Indoor Air Quality
When it comes to indoor air quality, there’s no greater purification system than a UV-C light. We install EnviroAire IAQ Whole-Home In-Duct Air Purification Systems, and our customers are experiencing cleaner, healthier air than ever before.
If you’ve been wondering whether a UV germicidal air purification system is a solution for your home’s poor indoor air quality, we can help answer your questions.
Reach out today and experience the air-purifying power of ultraviolet light.
“Why am I hearing intermittent buzzing sounds behind my wall? Is something wrong with my electrical system?” — Joe B., Rockville, MD
We’ve recently received this question from a local Maryland homeowner who is now a customer of ours after reaching out about a concerning noise coming from behind the walls of his home. He mentioned that it was a buzzing sound that, quite frankly, was driving him nuts.
If you’ve experienced the same thing, we’ll tell you that this isn’t normal. That vibrating sound could be a sign of problems with your electrical switches, wiring, or outlets, and it requires immediate attention.
The first step to fixing this issue is identifying the source of the sound. Is it in a particular area of the room? Is it in multiple rooms? Information like this can help when you have an electrician assess the noise. In some cases, homeowners might not even realize this sound is coming from their electrical system.
If the noise is coming from an area near an electrical outlet, this is a sure sign that something sinister is going on behind those walls. You really shouldn’t be able to hear your electricity in this way. A wall outlet won’t make any noise unless there’s a problem with the circuit.
Some possible causes of that humming noise coming from the walls of your home could be:
- Incorrect electrical wiring
- Poor connections inside an electrical outlet
- Switch connections gone bad
- Screws that fasten wires to the outlet might be loose
- If the gas meter is on the outside of a buzzing wall, the meter may need to be repaired or replaced
- Fluorescent bulbs can make a humming sound. If there are any in the room, turn them off to see if the buzzing stops
If the buzzing gets louder when you plug in more appliances, it’s definitely a problem you should address quickly. When it comes to your electrical system, you want to play it as safe as possible.
At F.H. Furr, we perform electrical safety and reliability inspections, and we provide electrical hazard detection services that will look inside your walls for potential danger. Once your system has been cleared of issues, you can even monitor it with a Ting electrical monitoring device.
Give us a call when you want to be sure your electrical system is running safely and smoothly.
We want you to know why you should choose us over other plumbing, heating, air Conditioning & electrical companies. We call these top 6 reasons The F.H. Furr Difference!
We Hire Absolutely The Best
We hire the best and most skilled technicians in the industry. Each of our technicians goes through a rigorous interview process with a skills evaluation, thorough background check, and drug-testing.
We Protect Your Home As If It Were Our Own
They wear floor savers, use drop cloths, clean up when they are finished, and take personal responsibility for your complete satisfaction. They will not swear or smoke in your home, and they are polite and courteous. They will treat your home with respect and complete the job with speed and precision.
Peace Of Mind
Our Peace of Mind Comfort Program is the only one of its kind. It gives you worry-free comfort and partners you with our professional team of HVAC and indoor air quality technicians
Industry Exclusive Guarantees
If you’re getting a new heating and cooling system, plumbing, or electrical upgrades, wouldn’t it be nice to have a 100% guarantee behind it?
Community Involvement & Charities
10% of all F.H. Furr’s profits go towards community charities; that’s our commitment to you.
Training
Our employees go through continuous training to bring our customers “Absolutely the Best” service. During their initial training, employees are given all of the tools that they’ll need to perform to the standard of F.H. Furr’s customer service. In addition, they receive continuous classes, hands-on training, and technology training so that they’re always up to date on the latest techniques and equipment.
Avoid the hassle of frozen pipes this winter.
Be sure to drain and remove hoses attached to your home, be sure to turn off inside valves supplying outdoor hoses. You can then turn on the outside faucet to allow water to drain. Have a technician insulate both hot and cold pipes in your basement, crawl space, attic, garage, and under kitchen and bathroom cabinets.
Ask A Trainer from F.H. Furr explains 3 ways to stay cool this summer without breaking the bank!
Tired of a pricey energy bill during the summer, but you still want to beat the heat? Look no further! Ask A Trainer from F.H. Furr has got you covered with these 3 simple tips to keep you cool and save you money!
Ask A Trainer from F.H. Furr explains 5 signs indicating your water contains too much iron.
You might not think about the quality of your home’s water very often, but the water that travels through your plumbing system can come with all sorts of sediment and deposits. One example is an overload of iron in your water!
Ask A Trainer from F.H. Furr gives 3 air freshener alternatives to help you improve your indoor air quality.
Scented air fresheners are a form of indoor air pollution and release harmful chemicals into your home. To help you improve your indoor air quality, here are three ways to keep your home smelling fresh and clean without the harmful toxins.
Ask A Trainer from F.H. Furr gives 5 reasons why you need to make your home a “smart home.”
Technology is rapidly advancing, so owning a smart home is becoming a necessity more and more every day. Here are 5 reasons you need to make your home a “smart home.”
Ask A Trainer from F.H. Furr answers: “What is a Preferred Partner Plan with F.H. Furr?”
If you give any home services company a call and ask them about their service plan, they’ll get you a lowdown of the plan that they’ve put in place for their customers. Sometimes, it includes quicker service or deals on parts, warranties, or guarantees and almost always consists of some too-good-to-be-true selling point. So, what’s different about F.H. Furr’s service plans…?