Category: Radon Mitigation
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Does a Radon Mitigation Fan Use a Lot of Electricity?
A radon mitigation fan does not use a lot of electricity. The fan is the only powered part of a radon system, it draws…
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Foundation Cracks and Radon: How the Gas Enters St. Louis Homes
How foundation cracks and radon entry points let the gas into St. Louis homes, why sealing alone falls short, and how it pairs with…
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Post-Mitigation Radon Testing: How to Confirm Your System Works
Post-mitigation radon testing is the follow-up radon measurement you run after a radon system is installed, and its only job is to prove the…
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Are DIY Radon Test Kits Accurate? What St. Louis Homeowners Should Know
DIY radon test kits can be accurate, but only when used correctly. Here is how charcoal and electronic kits compare to professional testing, and…
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How Long Should You Test for Radon? Short-Term vs. Long-Term Testing
How long you should test for radon depends on the type of test: a short-term radon test should run for 2 to 7 days,…
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What to Do If Your Radon Test Comes Back High
If your radon test came back high, the most important first step is also the calmest one: do not panic, and do not rush.…
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What Is a Dangerous Radon Level? Understanding Your pCi/L Results
A dangerous radon level is any reading at or above the EPA’s 4.0 pCi/L action level. Here is how to read your pCi/L radon…
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How Long Does Radon Mitigation Take? The St. Louis Timeline
How long does radon mitigation take? Radon mitigation takes about one day to install, usually 3 to 5 hours of on-site work, and the…
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Radon Mitigation in Older St. Louis Homes: What to Expect
Radon mitigation in older homes is the work of installing a soil-suction system in an aging house to pull radon gas out of the…
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Radon Testing vs. Radon Mitigation: Which Do You Need First?
Radon testing vs mitigation: testing always comes first. Learn which you need, the EPA 4.0 pCi/L action level, and the next step for St.…