Radon Remediation

Radon remediation is a process whereby radon gas is removed from interior air to be released into the outdoor air. The term remediation can also be applied to systems that prevent radon from ever entering your home or business in the first place.
Louisville KY Radon Mitigation is a radon remediation specialist that serves Louisville and all the surrounding areas with all the radon services that you will ever need. Whether it’s an initial radon test or maintenance for your current system, we can get it done faster and more efficiently than anyone else!

Radon Remediation Louisville KY
Louisville KY Radon Mitigation specializes in radon mitigation for Louisville homes, businesses, churches, schools, and any other establishment where people spend their time. We hire the best radon specialists we can find, so we can rest our good name on their shoulders.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Radon gas is dangerous even in small amounts. Exposure to radon is the cause of a variety or respiratory problems, the worst case scenario being lung cancer, which can show up 5 to 45 years after the contact with radon.              
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That’s why radon gas mitigation is so important!                             
In our opinion, every Louisville home should be tested for radon, even if they already have a mitigation system in place.
Why?

• Because radon systems are not regulated by our state or federal government, so lots of systems are installed incorrectly. Sadly, there are people out to make a buck in every industry, and radon remediation is no different. Practically anyone can install a radon system, but few can do it right.

 

• Because systems can fail. If radon was high enough at one point to install a system in the home, it’s worth checking to make sure it’s working correctly from time to time. It is estimated that 1 in 5 installed radon systems don’t work properly, so having a system is not a guarantee.

 

• Because parts break down. Radon fans need to be replaced every few years. Some last as long as 10 years, but a fan is definitely not meant to last for the life of your home. Even a system that is effective and installed correctly will need minor replacements and repairs over the years.

Radon Mitigation

​Cracks and holes in your foundation will allow radon to enter your house through the basement, foundation or crawl space, creating the need for radon mitigation. Radon gas collects in the lowest livable area of your home because it is a dense gas, so that’s where your radon team will test for it.
The widely accepted standard for radon mitigation is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s guideline of 4.0 pCi/L. According to the EPA, radon gas at this level or higher should be reduced to avoid health problems.
The World Health Organization, however, sets its recommendation for action much lower, at 2.7 pCi/L.
If you ask Louisville KY Radon Mitigation, we’re always going to say that it’s the customer’s decision. However, as any amount of radon is dangerous to humans and pets, we’d say that you should consider installing a radon fan if your numbers are elevated higher than 2.0 pCi/L.

Radon Mitigation System

​There is a lot of misinformation about radon gas in the general public, so make sure you have all the facts. If there’s just one thing we could clear up in everyone’s minds, it’s that any home can have excessive levels of radon gas.
Myth: Only homes with basements can have radon.
This lie has circulated for many years. Somewhere along the line, a homeowner was told that they didn’t need to worry about radon mitigation system installation because their home did not have a basement. While it may be true that a basement gives radon more opportunity to enter your home, it does not mean there is more likelihood.
No home is exempt from radon gas. Theoretically, if you live in a treehouse, we could guarantee that there’s no radon in your home (since it’s nine times heavier than air), but we haven’t seen any of those in Louisville Kentucky!

Radon Mitigation Cost

​​So now that you understand the importance of testing and radon mitigation, you’re probably wondering how much all this will cost.
Radon testing can be done for $100 or a little more. The cost of the initial testing is not included in your radon mitigation system cost, but it is a necessary step to find out what needs to be done. The good thing is that your home may be found to have acceptable levels of radon (equal to or less than outdoor air) meaning that you wouldn’t be compelled to install a radon system.
Testing should be done once a year, but the frequency is at the convenience of the homeowner. You can even choose to use a DIY test kit every other year, to alleviate some of the testing costs. An at-home kit can be as inexpensive as $10, but higher quality, more reliable ones run about $50.
Radon gas removal can be very inexpensive…even free! High concentrations of radon gas can be removed by ventilating your home better. Open the windows and doors to let out built-up gas. Also, installing a ceiling fan with a positive ion generator, a quick job most homeowners can do themselves, will reduce the radon in your home.
When it comes to professional radon mitigation system installation, the cost can vary from a few hundred dollars to around $2000 depending on the size and layout of your home. This is a one-time cost. Repairs and parts replacements are far less expensive and take very little time.


Louisville KY Radon Mitigation can install a radon system in your home in one day and begin consistently reducing the amount of radon gas in your home, so you never have to worry about exposing your family to this dangerous element.
We’re not only fast, but we’re also friendly and reliable – everything we would want in a professional team! Trust us for your radon testing, mitigation, and for the facts about radon gas.