Radon & Air Quality Insights
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Does a Passive Radon System Work? When to Add a Fan
A passive radon system can lower radon somewhat, but it relies on natural airflow, so the only way to know whether it is enough…
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Radon Symptoms: Can Radon Exposure Make You Sick?
Radon has no symptoms you can feel. It does not cause headaches, nausea or fatigue, and its one established health effect is a higher…
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Should Crawl Space Vents Be Open or Closed in Winter?
In a vented crawl space, close the vents for the freezing months to keep cold air off pipes and ducts, but treat it as…
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How Long Does a Radon Mitigation System Last?
A well-installed radon mitigation system’s pipe, seals, and slab penetration can last the life of the house, while the fan is the wear part,…
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Where Should You Put a Radon Detector in Your House?
Put the detector in the lowest lived-in level of the home, in a room you actually use, at least 20 inches above the floor,…
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Are Radon Detectors Accurate? Continuous Monitors vs. Lab Tests
Consumer radon detectors are accurate enough to tell you whether your home has a radon problem, and not accurate enough to settle a real…
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How Often Should You Test for Radon?
The EPA recommends retesting your home for radon at least every two years, and sooner than that any time the building changes, the heating…
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National Radon Action Month: Why St. Louis Homes Should Test Before January
January is National Radon Action Month, Radon Action Week falls in the third week of October, and the reason both sit in the cold…
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How Much Does Radon Fan Replacement Cost?
Radon fan replacement cost is often $300 to $600 for a standard professional replacement, based on current national estimates. The exact price depends on…
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What Types of Homes Are Most Likely to Have Radon?
Which types of homes are more likely to have radon? Homes built over uranium-bearing soil have more radon, regardless of the home’s age, size,…