Radon Mitigation Waunakee WIRadon is a cancer-causing gas that is prevalent all through Dane county. In Waunakee, most homes are at risk of having radon levels higher than 4.0 pCi/L. In a study done by the Wisconsin DHS from 1995-2016 they found that 57.8% of homes evaluated in Middleton had radon levels at or above 4.0pCi/L. What this means is, many homeowners in Waunakee are living in radon levels higher than the environmental protection agency’s action level for radon gas in residential properties. Fortunately with the addition of a radon mitigation system, any residential home can be fixed. Lifetime Radon has proudly been in business for over 20 years lowering homeowners radon levels throughout the state. Many people have not heard about the dangers of radon, and if they have, maybe they brushed it aside at some point and forgot about the risks that come along with it. Testing your home for radon is an incredibly easy and cost effective process and should be done at least every two years. If you have done a radon test in your home and the levels are below 4.0 pCi then consider yourself lucky as no further action may be needed for a few years. If your levels do come above the EPA action level for radon, you should look into a radon mitigation system .We offer free estimates either over the phone, through email, or in person, and offer the best service and materials throughout the state. If you’re looking for the best of the best for radon mitigation and testing services, look no further than Lifetime Radon. To get your free estimate at your home in Waunakee, give us a call now!
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What is Radon?
Radon is a naturally occurring gas that comes from the decay of uranium in the soil. Radon rises up from the soil to dissipate in the air, but when a home is in the way of its path, radon will try to find the path of least resistance into the home. This can be through cracks in the concrete, floor joints, open sump crocks, and open crawl spaces. Once inside of the home, radon gas gets trapped because of how well homes are sealed and because of its dense qualities. When radon rises up from the soil not underneath a home it typically dissipates in the air immediately. The average outdoor radon level is around 0.3 or 0.4pCi/L in most areas. What that means is, there is no 0.0 level of radon, but levels can be reduced to the point of barely existing. Radon levels in Waunakee have always been high on average because of the uranium in the soil in Dane County. Radon has been known to cause cancer from the radiation it gives off during its decay chain, which can affect your lungs. There are some misconceptions about what radon can do to your body however the only proven effect that radon has is damage to the lungs. Paired with smoking, radon can be especially deadly, so if you are a smoker you should absolutely install a radon mitigation system no matter what. Radon gas has been around longer than any of us, but only recently has it been discovered that it is dangerous to human health. With the installation of a radon mitigation system you are not only protecting your lung health but also the lung health of your family and pets. Some people are skeptical when they hear that radon is dangerous, however at Lifetime Radon, we say “why risk it?” Compared to what it costs to get lung cancer, radon mitigation is a small cost, and a must needed home repair. For a free quote, or to learn more about radon, call us now!
Radon Testing Waunakee WI
Most homeowners these days have heard about radon testing and more are starting to take the leap into actually acting on the this new found knowledge about radon. Radon testing is not a costly process and usually results can come back to you within a week. Many people have heard about radon testing through friends or family, their realtors ,TV shows like The Office or Holmes on Homes, and their doctors, but how does it work? There are many different processes to test for radon but the main ways of testing are through passive and active radon testers..
Passive radon testers:
Passive radon detectors such as charcoal testing kits and liquid scintillation devices collect radon particles over a set period of time. After that set period of time these devices are sent in to a scientific lab to be analyzed. The lab then analyzes how many radon particles have been collected in the charcoal or liquid, and an average is generated. Charcoal testing kits are probably the most popular style of radon testing in the US because of how simple they are and how cost and how cost-effective they can be. At Lifetime Radon we offer charcoal testing for only $25.
Active radon testers:
Active radon detectors such as Corentium digital testing monitors and permanent in-home continuous monitors like the AirThings Wave use specialized technology to continuously track radon levels in the home. Active radon detectors can take hour by hour readings of the radon levels in the home and can generate many different types of reports such as daily, weekly, monthly and even yearly averages. The Corentium Pro digital monitor is our most popular testing option for real estate transactions because of how quickly results can come back to you in a in a full report and how accurate this device is.
For any radon testing questions or to set up a test at your home in Waunakee give us a call today!
Passive radon testers:
Passive radon detectors such as charcoal testing kits and liquid scintillation devices collect radon particles over a set period of time. After that set period of time these devices are sent in to a scientific lab to be analyzed. The lab then analyzes how many radon particles have been collected in the charcoal or liquid, and an average is generated. Charcoal testing kits are probably the most popular style of radon testing in the US because of how simple they are and how cost and how cost-effective they can be. At Lifetime Radon we offer charcoal testing for only $25.
Active radon testers:
Active radon detectors such as Corentium digital testing monitors and permanent in-home continuous monitors like the AirThings Wave use specialized technology to continuously track radon levels in the home. Active radon detectors can take hour by hour readings of the radon levels in the home and can generate many different types of reports such as daily, weekly, monthly and even yearly averages. The Corentium Pro digital monitor is our most popular testing option for real estate transactions because of how quickly results can come back to you in a in a full report and how accurate this device is.
For any radon testing questions or to set up a test at your home in Waunakee give us a call today!
Radon Companies Near Waunakee
When calling around to find the best fit to solve your radon mitigation needs, there are a few things to watch out for. In the state of Wisconsin, radon mitigation is less regulated than other states, so there’s no requirement that the company have certifications in radon testing or mitigation. This means that pretty much anyone with a truck and materials can attempt to install a system at your home. Be wary of any company that does not hold certifications for radon mitigation and testing. Lifetime Radon holds certifications from the National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP) and the American Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists (AARST). Unexperienced and uncertified installers can cause irreparable damage to your home and produce unsatisfactory results. Going cheap with radon mitigation, even if your are just selling your home, usually ends up being costly in the end. For a free estimate from a certified, experienced, and friendly company, give us a call now!