Radon: The Invisible Threat – A Case Study on a Critical Mitigation
Discover how addressing extreme radon levels in a home demonstrated the vital importance of radon testing and mitigation to keep your loved ones safe from hidden dangers.
Why Radon Testing Matters
Because radon is tasteless, odorless, and invisible, this radioactive gas is a hidden threat in homes and businesses throughout the United States. There is no geographical area in the U.S. that is exempt from radon exposure, so the only way to know if your home or business has dangerous levels of radon is to test for it.
Radon testing is so critical because of the significant health risks radon exposure presents. According to the EPA, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer among the general public and the first leading cause among nonsmokers. Learn more about radon from the EPA.
Green Earth Remediation can help you gain peace of mind or understand the next steps necessary for radon mitigation with reliable radon testing services for residential and commercial clients.
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Why Choose Us?
Commitment to Excellence
Our mitigation systems are done right. We meticulously create thorough underground suction points to ensure our radon mitigation is not just attached to your property, but effective at reducing radon levels, surpassing the shortcuts taken by others.
Attention to Detail
Our dedication to aesthetics means your radon mitigation system not only works efficiently but also integrates seamlessly with your property's design.
Unmatched Guarantee
We stand by our promise of safety, with the industry's only guarantee of radon levels of 2.0 pCi/L or lower. Complimentary post-installation test is always included to confirm it.
Lifetime Service
With a five-year fan warranty, and a lifelong transferable workmanship guarantee, our commitment to you is as enduring as our solutions.
How Often Should You Test for Radon?
Radon levels fluctuate through time, so testing just once is not sufficient for assessing your risk of exposure. Homes and businesses should be tested once every 5 years.
When to Test for Radon
Additionally, you should test for radon under the following circumstances:
- When new occupants are moving into the space.
- After significant alterations during a remodel or building addition.
- When the ventilation, insulation, or HVAC system is installed, altered, or repaired.
- When the structure is being weatherized.
The Importance of Regular Testing
Regular testing for radon is essential for maintaining safe radon levels in your home. Periodic testing ensures that any changes in radon levels are detected early, allowing for timely intervention and safety measures.
Why Radon Levels Might Change Even with a Mitigation System
While radon mitigation systems are highly effective, several factors can cause changes in radon levels over time:
Structural Changes
- Building Settling: Over time, buildings naturally settle, which can create new cracks or openings in the foundation, allowing more radon to enter.
- Renovations: Remodeling projects, such as adding new rooms, changing HVAC systems, or altering the building’s structure, can affect radon levels.
Environmental Factors
- Weather Conditions: Heavy rains, snow, and other weather conditions can influence soil moisture and radon levels. For instance, saturated soil can increase radon concentration in the ground air.
- Seasonal Variations: Radon levels can fluctuate with the seasons, often higher in the winter when homes are sealed tight against the cold, trapping radon indoors.
System Wear and Tear
- System Maintenance: Like any mechanical system, radon mitigation systems require regular maintenance to function optimally. Components like fans can wear out over time and may need replacement.
- Blockages: The vent pipes used in mitigation systems can sometimes become blocked or damaged, reducing their effectiveness.
Ground Shifts
- Natural Changes: Earthquakes, mining activities, and other geological events can shift the ground, altering the pathways through which radon travels.
Ensuring Continued Safety
To ensure that your mitigation system continues to protect you from radon, it’s important to:
- Schedule regular inspections and maintenance of the mitigation system.
- Retest radon levels periodically, even after a system is installed, to confirm its ongoing effectiveness.
- Be vigilant about structural changes and repair any new cracks or openings in the foundation promptly.
Ongoing Protection
Regular radon testing is crucial for the safety and well-being of your household or business. By staying vigilant about testing and maintenance, you can protect your property from the dangers of radon exposure. Reach out to Green Earth Remediation for professional radon testing and mitigation services to keep your environment safe and secure.
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Types of Radon Testing
There are various types of radon testing, including short and long-term tests. Short-term tests measure radon over a brief period, as little as 48 hours. These tests may be performed with passive testing kits purchased at hardware stores, online, or provided for free in certain states. These kits provide instructions for use and are sent to labs for testing.
Alternatively, active testing with continuous radon monitors may be performed by professionals like the technicians at Green Earth Remediation. This will be the fastest and most accurate form of testing available.
Long-term testing may be recommended if short-term passive tests indicate higher levels of radon or if you want to assess your home or business’s risk over an extended period. Radon levels tend to be highest during the winter due to the thermal stack effect—cold temperatures increase pressure within the home, drawing more air from the soil and causing higher levels of radon accumulation.
Proactive Radon Testing: Ensuring Home Safety – A Case Study
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Green Earth Remediation is proud to be a leading provider of radon testing, radon mitigation, and pest control services for commercial and residential clients. With any service we provide, we aim to offer a top notch customer experience. We’re always willing to go the extra mile to ensure you get the service you need, right when you need it. If you are dealing with a pest infestation or high radon levels, don’t hesitate to reach out to our professional team.
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