Radon Mitigation GermantownRadon testing and radon mitigation in Germantown WI and most of the country has become more frequent as more and more homeowners learn about the health effects of radon gas. A study done by the Wisconsin DHS from 1995-2016 showed that 63.3% of homes evaluated in Germantown had radon levels at or above 4.0pCi/L. Lifetime Radon has been doing business in the Germantown area for over 21 years specializing in radon testing, radon mitigation and sump pump installations. Licensed to do radon mitigation and testing by the NRPP and AARST, you will not find a more experienced and responsive company in the entire country, let alone Wisconsin. With multiple radon testing options available in Germantown we can fit any of your needs, and if it’s determined a radon mitigation system is needed in your home we can get you set up with a free estimate either in-person, over the phone, or through email. Radon gas not only causes lung cancer in tens of thousands of people in the US every year, but it also can prevent you from selling your home. So even if you don’t care about the health effects, you may end up having to install a system down the road when you sell your home anyways. Radon testing is easy and inexpensive so there isn’t a good reason to not have it done. If mitigation is deemed necessary, we make the process as easy as possible. Radon mitigation systems in Germantown typically cost between $800 and $1500 depending on how the home is built. To find out how much a system could cost in your home, give us a call we can get a proposal out to you in less than 15 minutes.
Radon Testing GermantownRadon testing is most commonly done during the sale of a home by the request of the buyer, and this is many times the first people ever even hear of radon. Some have heard of radon gas in school or on the news, but it always seems to be out of people's minds until they go to sell their homes.
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This lack of radon awareness is concerning to us because of the harmful effects radon can have without the homeowners even knowing. Because of the properties of radon gas, it’s impossible to detect without the use of proper equipment. Radon testing is not a complicated process, and is very affordable, with prices ranging from $25 to $180. We offer radon in air testing and radon in water testing in Germantown. To schedule a radon test or for more information on radon testing give us a call!
Radon System InstallationsA radon mitigation system should be installed in any home that tests above the 4.0pCi/L mark, which is the standard set by the EPA. After it has been determined that a radon system is needed in you home it is time to start the mitigation process. We offer free estimates either over the phone, through email, or in person all free of charge, so we can determine the right system to fit your home in Germantown. After you have received your estimate and book the job, one of our friendly, experienced, and certified technicians will come to your home and start the installation.
First the technician will walk you through step by step what he will be performing, then they will drill a pilot hole through the possible exit point of the piping to determine correct placement. After that, they will run the piping either straight out of the sump crock, or from the basement floor through a cored hole. The piping can then run either to the exterior of the home, or into the garage depending on the layout of the home. The fan has to be placed in a non livable area so that goes on the exterior or inside of the garage, and then the piping extends up and above the roofline to safely vent the radon into the air. Every home is different, so we build all of our systems to fit the needs of the home. To start the process of radon mitigation at your Germantown home, give us a call now for a free estimate! |
Radon Companies Near Germantown WI
We understand that having a radon mitigation system installed isn’t a cheap purchase, so many homeowners like to get quotes from multiple companies before making their decision. Here are some things to look out for when shopping around for estimates:
Is the company certified for radon testing and radon mitigation?
The state of Wisconsin does not require radon mitigation companies to hold certifications for radon mitigation, so when searching for a contractor, you want to make sure they have certifications from organizations like the NRPP and AARST. Installing a radon mitigation system is not something to take lightly, because an inexperienced and un-knowledgeable contractor can do irreparable damage to your home.
How long has the company been in business?
Radon companies come and go all the time, so it’s important to choose a company that you know will be in business for years to come. Radon systems come with warranties and guarantees, but those are useless if the company goes out of business. Lifetime Radon has been in business for over 21 years and we have only grown from the beginning. So if you ever have an issue, we will be here.
Will the company be responsive to future service calls?
Unfortunately we get a lot of calls from customers who went with another company that now are having issues with their radon mitigation system, but that company they choose either won’t answer the phone, or simply refuse to come back out. We happily help those customers, but those are things that would normally be covered under some sort of warranty. So in the beginning they may have saved some money on install, but down the road they ended up paying much more.
Will the company follow Wisconsin electrical code?
All electrical work in the state of Wisconsin must be done by a master electrician, so if the mitigation system is unable to be placed near an existing electrical outlet, one will have to be put in by an electrician or the fan can be hardwired. Do not let a radon mitigation company do their own electrical work on your home unless they are also a master electrician and are pulling a permit. Poor electrical practices can lead to fires, and if the inspector comes through and sees the work has been done without a permit, you can get a large fine. At Lifetime Radon Solutions we work with master electricians that pull the correct permit and always do the job right.
For a free, no obligation estimate for a radon mitigation system at your Germantown home, give us a call! We are happy to help!
Is the company certified for radon testing and radon mitigation?
The state of Wisconsin does not require radon mitigation companies to hold certifications for radon mitigation, so when searching for a contractor, you want to make sure they have certifications from organizations like the NRPP and AARST. Installing a radon mitigation system is not something to take lightly, because an inexperienced and un-knowledgeable contractor can do irreparable damage to your home.
How long has the company been in business?
Radon companies come and go all the time, so it’s important to choose a company that you know will be in business for years to come. Radon systems come with warranties and guarantees, but those are useless if the company goes out of business. Lifetime Radon has been in business for over 21 years and we have only grown from the beginning. So if you ever have an issue, we will be here.
Will the company be responsive to future service calls?
Unfortunately we get a lot of calls from customers who went with another company that now are having issues with their radon mitigation system, but that company they choose either won’t answer the phone, or simply refuse to come back out. We happily help those customers, but those are things that would normally be covered under some sort of warranty. So in the beginning they may have saved some money on install, but down the road they ended up paying much more.
Will the company follow Wisconsin electrical code?
All electrical work in the state of Wisconsin must be done by a master electrician, so if the mitigation system is unable to be placed near an existing electrical outlet, one will have to be put in by an electrician or the fan can be hardwired. Do not let a radon mitigation company do their own electrical work on your home unless they are also a master electrician and are pulling a permit. Poor electrical practices can lead to fires, and if the inspector comes through and sees the work has been done without a permit, you can get a large fine. At Lifetime Radon Solutions we work with master electricians that pull the correct permit and always do the job right.
For a free, no obligation estimate for a radon mitigation system at your Germantown home, give us a call! We are happy to help!