Tired of Sneezing Fits at Home or Work?
If you live in Montgomery, Auburn-Opelika, or Columbus, you know pollen and dust can be relentless. As a local, family-owned company since 1908, I help homeowners and businesses fight back with a one-two combo: UV lights and air filtration systems. Together, they can improve indoor air quality and make your space feel cleaner, fresher, and easier to breathe.
Why Allergies Hit Our Area So Hard
Warm weather and high humidity let organic growth and bacteria thrive. Spring brings pine and oak pollen; late summer and fall bring ragweed. Add pet dander, dust mites, and everyday odors, and your nose pays the price. A standard one-inch filter helps, but it often is not enough. That is why I recommend combining UV air purification with upgraded HVAC filtration.
What UV Lights Actually Do
UV-C light targets the DNA of microorganisms—think organic growth spores and certain bacteria—so they cannot multiply. In a central HVAC system, we use two main placements:
Coil UV lights
Installed near your indoor evaporator coil, these lights keep the coil surface cleaner by reducing organic growth. A cleaner coil means better airflow, steadier temperatures, and fewer musty odors.
In-duct UV air purification
Placed in the supply or return duct, these systems expose moving air to UV-C as it passes by. They help reduce airborne microbes that a filter may miss. Think of UV as the “sanitizing” partner to your filter’s “catch and hold.”
Bottom line: UV lights do not replace filters; they support them. Pairing UV with the right filtration is where the big improvements happen.
How Air Filtration Systems Finish The Job
Air filters trap particles; that is their superpower. For many homes and small businesses, I suggest stepping up from the basic one-inch filter to a media cabinet or a HEPA option designed for whole-home systems.
HEPA filters vs. standard filters
- Standard filters (basic MERV 8–11): Catch larger dust and lint. Affordable and easy, but limited for allergy relief.
- High-efficiency media (often MERV 13+): Capture finer particles like pollen and some smoke particles. A great upgrade for many systems.
- HEPA filters: Capture an even higher percentage of tiny particles. Whole-home HEPA units are often installed as “bypass” systems, so your HVAC can still breathe. These can be excellent for allergy and asthma support.
Pro tip: Bigger is not always better if it chokes airflow. That is why we size filtration to your equipment, so you get cleaner air and reliable system performance.
The Winning Combo: UV + filtration
Here is why I like this approach for our Alabama and Georgia climate:
- UV lights reduce growth on coils and help neutralize airborne microbes.
- Air filtration systems—especially media or HEPA—capture pollen, dust, pet dander, and more.
- Together, they address both living contaminants and non-living particles for broader indoor air quality protection.
Signs You Could Benefit
- Your family sneezes more at home than outside.
- You change cheap filters constantly and still see dust.
- Your system has a musty smell, or you see residue on the coil.
- You run a lot of scented sprays to cover odors.
If any of these sound familiar, it may be time to look at UV air purification and upgraded HVAC filtration.
Our Simple 3-step Plan
1) Assess
We start with a quick walkthrough and system check. We ask about symptoms—sneezing, odors, dust buildup—and inspect your filter size, duct condition, and coil access.
2) Customize
We match your system and goals. That may include a coil UV light, an in-duct UV light, a media filter cabinet, or a whole-home HEPA setup. We balance filtration level with airflow so comfort and efficiency stay on track.
3) Maintain
Filters need regular replacement. UV lamps need periodic swaps to stay effective. We can fold all of this into routine maintenance, so you do not have to think about it.
Real-world Benefits You May Notice
- Fewer sneeze triggers from pollen and dust
- Fresher-smelling air without heavy perfumes
- Less dust collecting on furniture
- Steadier airflow from a cleaner coil
- HVAC that may run more smoothly thanks to reduced buildup
Results vary by home, habits, and building use, but when customers pair UV with better filtration, they often tell us the air “just feels cleaner.”
Why Choose Dixie Electric, Plumbing & Air
We have been family owned and operated since 1908, serving Montgomery, Auburn-Opelika, Columbus, and nearby communities. Our licensed technicians are trained to install UV lights and air filtration systems correctly, protect your equipment, and keep your indoor air quality goals front and center. You get straightforward recommendations, clean installs, and dependable follow-up.
Ready To Breathe Easier?
If allergies are wearing you down, let us help. Schedule a visit with Dixie Electric, Plumbing & Air for a tailored UV air purification and HVAC filtration solution that fits your system and budget. We serve homes and businesses across Montgomery, Auburn-Opelika, and Columbus—and we are ready to get you comfortable again.
Book your indoor air quality assessment today. Ask about bundling UV lights with upgraded filtration for simple, effective relief—installed by a team your neighbors have trusted for over a century.
