A Chemical-Free UV Light Water Purifier & Disinfection
The Biolyte UV purifier by Metro Water Filter of the South sterilizes your water supply for purer water without using chemicals.
By utilizing high doses of ultraviolet light, the Biolyte UV purifier sterilizes water in a stainless steel disinfecting chamber, a process that safely destroys bacteria.
What Does UV Water Filtration Mean For You?
- Whole House Solutions
- Chemical-Free Process
- Cost-Effective
What Does UV Water Filtration Mean For You?
- Whole house solutions
- Chemical-free process
- Cost-effective
Knowing what comes out of your faucet is more important than many homeowners and businesses realize, but you won’t be able to tell what’s in your water without a specialized test. The professionals at Metro Water Filter of the South can check your home or business for bacteria and other contaminants.
If bacteria is present, look out for these symptoms in your household or office:
- Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions
- Legionnaire’s Disease
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
- Headaches
Thankfully, our UV water filters sterilize water to protect your family, employees, or residents from harmful bacteria in drinking water.
Have a Cleaner Water Supply with a Ultraviolet Water Filter
A UV water filter disinfects harmful bacteria and viruses, including:
- E. Coli
- Salmonella
- Cholera
- Coliform bacteria
- Hepatitis virus
- Typhoid
How Does UV Water Filter Work?
A UV water filter purifies your water without chemicals and leaves no residual in the water supply, disinfecting your entire home or building’s water at once. This makes it more cost-efficient than traditional sterilization methods like distilling or boiling.
Ultraviolet irradiation is accepted by both the EPA and FDA as a safe, effective, and modern method of bacteria control.
Not the Right Water Filtration For You?
Not every home needs a UV water filtration system. Some homeowners prefer chlorinators for consistent disinfection, while others choose reverse osmosis for ultra-clean drinking water. You can see how families compared their options in our customer reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a UV water filter remove bacteria and viruses?
Yes. A UV water purifier uses ultraviolet light to disinfect water of harmful bacteria and viruses, including E. Coli, Salmonella, Cholera, and Hepatitis virus, without adding any chemicals to your water supply.
How often does the UV lamp need to be replaced?
The UV lamp in your system typically needs replacement every 12 months to maintain effective disinfection. Regular cleaning of the quartz sleeve around the lamp is also recommended, along with professional checkups from Metro Water Filter of the South.
Is UV water filtration better than chlorine?
UV filtration and chlorine treatment both disinfect water, but they work differently. UV light kills bacteria and viruses without adding any chemicals or residual taste to your water, while chlorinators provide ongoing disinfection as water moves through your system. Many households choose based on personal preference for a chemical-free process versus continuous protection.
Do I still need a UV filter if I'm on city water?
Yes. A whole house UV filter keeps your water safe even if your city issues a boil water advisory, since it disinfects bacteria, viruses, and other contaminants that municipal treatment may not fully address.