Radon Mitigation in Maple Grove, MNRadon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that creeps in through the foundation and can enter homes through cracks or openings. The only way to detect radon in homes in Maple Grove, MN is to test for radon levels. Radon is a problem everywhere, and every homeowner in Hennepin county should complete a radon test if they haven't done so yet. Renters also should be asking their landlords to complete a radon test and give them the results. For levels of 4 pCi/L or higher, the EPA strongly recommends installing a radon mitigation to keep you safe. Radon is colorless, odorless, and the number one cause of lung cancer. Radon mitigation systems are designed to get the best radon reduction results and also maintain the same aesthetics for your home. Radon gas enters the home through foundation cracks, floor drains, plumbing pipe openings, and any other openings in the soil. Radon mitigation contractors discover all accessible entry points to properly seal them. The mitigation system acts as a permanent component of your home in Maple Grove, MN to reduce and remove radon gas. For most homes, a PVC pipe runs from the ground below the basement floor and then out to the exterior of the structure. A centrifugal radon fan creates a vacuum within the pipe and negative pressure is created in the ground below the structure which draws the radon out. The hazardous radon gas is then safely vented above the roofline of the home away from any windows or doors.
Radon Testing in Maple Grove, MNIt is recommended that Maple Grove, MN homeowners test their homes for Radon because Hennepin county has tested especially high for radon . You can perform the radon testing on your own or have a professional come in to set up a digital test. The DIY kit can be performed in 2-5 days and takes about a week to get the results back. The digital testing option is set up by on of our certified technicians and can get results back to you in 48 hours. A properly conducted radon test helps you to determine the kind of action you need to take for your home.
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Short-term tests: Short term tests run for 2 to 7 days. Short-term tests don’t measure the annual average of radon levels in the home, but are extremely helpful as a quick and inexpensive way to screen for radon gas in Maple Grove.
Long-term tests help you to determine the average concentration for a period of 90 days. They offer you the best way to estimate the average amount of radon in the homes in Maple Grove during the year. It is particularly helpful if a year-long test is done to include both heating and cooling seasons. This is for homeowners who are not in the midst of a real estate transaction and are willing to wait for results.
It is very important to follow the proper instructions that come with the radon test kit. Keep these guidelines in the mind before performing a radon test in your home. Windows and doors must stay closed as much as possible and the test must run for the designated period.
To schedule a test give us a call or click the link below.
Long-term tests help you to determine the average concentration for a period of 90 days. They offer you the best way to estimate the average amount of radon in the homes in Maple Grove during the year. It is particularly helpful if a year-long test is done to include both heating and cooling seasons. This is for homeowners who are not in the midst of a real estate transaction and are willing to wait for results.
It is very important to follow the proper instructions that come with the radon test kit. Keep these guidelines in the mind before performing a radon test in your home. Windows and doors must stay closed as much as possible and the test must run for the designated period.
To schedule a test give us a call or click the link below.
Radon Mitigation Installation in Maple Grove, MN
If you have tested for radon in your home and the levels have come back elevated, the next step is to install a radon mitigation system. We custom build all of our mitigation systems to fit the needs of your home and have been in business for over 20 years.
Here are a few radon mitigation techniques that we commonly utilize in homes near Maple Grove:
Here are a few radon mitigation techniques that we commonly utilize in homes near Maple Grove:
- Sub-slab depressurization
- Drain tile depressurization
- Block wall depressurization
- Crawl Space depressurization
- Sump Pit mitigation systems
- Does the home have a sump pump and drain tile system in place? - If so, we can tap into the drain tile and seal over the sump crock to create the negative pressure needed to draw the radon gas into the piping to be exhausted above the roofline.
- If the home does not have drain tile or a sump crock, what kind of walls are in place in the basement? When a home does not have drain tile, we dig a suction pit under the cored hole to create that negative pressure that we need under the home. If the home has block walls in the the basement, we can also tap into that in congruence with the suction pit for the best possible results.
- What kind of material is under the home? Depending on the material under the home, it may be necessary to install a more powerful fan for a suction pit system. Since the suction pit does not cover as much surface area as a drain tile system can, it relies on the fan a bit more to draw the surrounding radon gas in. If the material under the home is dense such as clay the fan needs to work a lot harder, this is where the upgraded fan may come into play.
- Are there any dirt or gravel crawl spaces present in the basement? Crawlspaces that are not poured concrete are usually responsible for letting in high levels of radon gas. Most of the time, those crawl spaces need to be sealed over as part of the mitigation process. If you have a gravel or dirt crawl space in your home, we usually like to send one of our certified technicians out to look at it and tell you what needs to be done before we start the installation.
Radon Mitigation Companies Near Me
If you had your home in Maple Grove, MN tested for radon, you need to take steps to reduce the radon level. If the current level is higher than or at 4 pCi/L, you will likely need to speak with a radon removal company to know how much a radon mitigation system will cost you. As a consumer, you need to be aware of uncertified individuals conducting radon-related work. They can you with substandard workmanship and materials which can prove costly if you are trying to sell your home. We see a lot of customers who went with a cheap option for radon mitigation and had to come to us to fix it before they could close on their home. Don’t risk the sale of your home or your family's safety by simply buying on price. Ensure that the company you choose to go with is certified and reputable before taking the next step. Read reviews online, and check that they are certified by the American Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists (AARST) and the National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP). Our company has been in business for over 20 years and we hold all of the necessary certifications. We don’t cut corners on our workmanship and always follow building and electric codes. If you want a free quote for a radon mitigation system in Maple Grove give us a call or click the link below.