Radon Mitigation Pewaukee WIRadon gas levels are found to be especially high in Pewaukee and all of Waukesha County. In a study done by the Wisconsin DHS from 1995-2016 they found that 57.3% of homes evaluated in Pewaukee had radon levels at or above 4.0pCi/L. Because of this, radon mitigation in Pewaukee is a popular home improvement project. Radon gas is a carcinogen that when inhaled over time can cause lung cancer in both humans and pets. Radon testing is the only way to know if your home has this cancer causing gas in dangerous levels. Testing for radon is not an expensive process and during the duration of a radon test, you will not be bothered in any way, so there really isn’t a reason to not have it done on your home. Lifetime Radon has been serving Pewaukee and all of the Lake Country area for 21 years helping homeowners stay healthy and breath clean air in their homes. Radon mitigation is strongly recommended if the home tests above 4.0 pCi/L which is the action level set by the EPA and the level that most real estate transactions will go off of, however we would recommend a radon system at any home that tests over 2.7pCi/L which is the World Health Organizations recommendation for remediation . If you are concerned about the radon levels in your home, or would like to find out if your home in Pewaukee has a radon issue, give us a call! We offer free estimates for radon mitigation, and many options for radon testing if needed.
Radon Testing Pewaukee WIIt’s a myth that radon testing is a difficult or expensive process, in fact it’s quite the opposite. There are multiple options to test your home in Pewaukee for radon dependent on your needs.
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Charcoal Radon Testing: Easily the most cost effective and simple testing method is the charcoal testing kit. This kit is perfect for first timers and can give you a good average of your radon levels in the basement through a 3-7 day period. This is a DIY test, but all that is involved is opening the kit, leaving it exposed for the testing period, filling out the information about start and end time, and putting it in the mail. The postage and lab fees are all included in the $25 it costs for this testing option. Some people are skeptical about the accuracy of charcoal tests, but we have found the kits are very accurate at giving you your homes average radon levels.
Digital Radon Testing: We utilize the Corentium Pro digital monitor for homeowners looking to get a more in-depth report of their radon levels, and also homeowners who are working on a tight timeframe. Digital radon testing can be completed in 48 hours, and generates the most accurate average of all the testing options. The monitor takes two readings every hour and then averages them together, so essentially it takes 96 readings in the 48 hour period. We find this is the most popular testing option in real estate transactions because of its quick turnaround time and precise readings.
AirThings Wave: The AirThings Wave radon detection monitor is a really cool device that sits in your home indefinitely and that you can use to track your own radon levels. Reports can be generated with your smartphone, and it also track humidity and temperature in your home as well. We recommend this device to any homeowners who are concerned about their radon levels, and want to keep track of them whenever they want.
Long term radon testing: If a long term average of your homes radon levels is what you are looking for, we offer a long term canister test that can be set for up to a full year in the home. The canister takes in data, and once completed, a 3rd party lab will analyze the canister and send you an average. We offer drop off and pick up of this testing device.
If you are interested in any of these radon testing options at your home in Pewaukee, give us a call! We are here to help.
Radon Abatement Pewaukee WI
The process of installing a radon system in a home is different for each specific property. As everyone knows, most homes differ from one another, so there doesn’t exist a one size fits all radon system. There are multiple factor that will determine the type of system you will receive at your home including, the existence of a sump crock or not, the year the home was built, whether or not the basement is finished in certain areas, where the garage is, the type of shingles on the roof, the current radon levels, and more. However the two most common styles of radon systems that we install in Pewaukee are garage systems and exterior systems.
Garage Systems:
A garage style radon mitigation system means that the piping and fan for the system itself is mostly contained in the basement and in the garage. The only visible portion of a garage system from the outside of the home is a small vent stack which resembles most other vents on the top of the home. This system is preferable to most homeowners when possible because of the low visibility, the possible cost savings, and the longevity of the system. However this system is not always possible, so when it is not, an exterior system must be installed.
Exterior Systems:
Exterior radon systems look the same as garage systems in terms of materials, but instead of running through the garage, the piping runs along the exterior of the home. Due to strict regulations, the fan cannot be placed in a livable area of the home and the piping must extend above the roofline, so in many cases, this is the only option. We pride ourselves in installing exterior systems in the best possible place for the home, and will work with you every step of the way so you are comfortable with placement of the system.
For a free radon mitigation estimate at your Pewaukee home, give us a call now, or fill out the contact form on this page to be contacted by our knowledgeable office staff.
Garage Systems:
A garage style radon mitigation system means that the piping and fan for the system itself is mostly contained in the basement and in the garage. The only visible portion of a garage system from the outside of the home is a small vent stack which resembles most other vents on the top of the home. This system is preferable to most homeowners when possible because of the low visibility, the possible cost savings, and the longevity of the system. However this system is not always possible, so when it is not, an exterior system must be installed.
Exterior Systems:
Exterior radon systems look the same as garage systems in terms of materials, but instead of running through the garage, the piping runs along the exterior of the home. Due to strict regulations, the fan cannot be placed in a livable area of the home and the piping must extend above the roofline, so in many cases, this is the only option. We pride ourselves in installing exterior systems in the best possible place for the home, and will work with you every step of the way so you are comfortable with placement of the system.
For a free radon mitigation estimate at your Pewaukee home, give us a call now, or fill out the contact form on this page to be contacted by our knowledgeable office staff.