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Mid Atlantic
4.9(
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Radon Gas - Testing

Serving Claymont, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris Barcikowski was on time, cordial, professional and spent a reasonable time checking our home issues. He provided us with recommendations on the action to take to solve the water standing inside the air ducts. He did testing for possible mold conditions and siad the results should be ready for us by this Friday, 9/12.."
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
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SWAT Environmental, Inc.
4.4(
24
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Radon Gas - Abatement

Serving Claymont, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

"The Technician Tom was very educated and took time to answer my questions to which I all ready new the answers to. This was my test to his knowledge before we got started on the job. H was very good explaining the operation of the system to us, which helped my wife hear it from a different person other then myself. Workmanship is very neat and clean and a very professional job. I hail form a service background of 35 years and can say Tom was an excellent customer service person."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts

The natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water can cause radon to appear in a home. The gas seeps into homes through cracks in foundations, walls, or floors, as well as through gaps around pipes or construction joints. Radon levels are influenced by soil composition, building materials, and ventilation. Poorly sealed or airtight homes can trap radon, allowing it to accumulate.

Options include sub-slab depressurization, crawlspace ventilation, and sealing cracks. Choose based on home construction and radon levels.

Keeping radon from getting into your home is much better than having to get rid of it once it's already indoors. While there may not be a way to fully prevent radon from getting into your home, there are things you can do to reduce the gas's ability to enter. 

Sealing foundation cracks and openings can help keep the gas from seeping inside. Improving air flow, such as by opening windows, can also be helpful. If you're building your home from scratch, talk to your contractor about using radon-resistant construction to keep the gas out.

The lifespan of a radon mitigation system depends on the type of system and its maintenance. With proper care, a system can last for many decades. Passive systems tend to last longer as they have fewer components that require replacement. Active systems, which have more moving parts like fans, generally have a shorter lifespan. For instance, water filtration devices and active pressurization systems require more frequent maintenance. While the system as a whole is durable, the radon fan in an active system typically has a lifespan of 5 to 10 years and will need to be replaced. As long as the fan is working, the mitigation system should function correctly.

The cost for a radon mitigation system typically ranges from $800 to $1,500, with an average around $1,000. The final price depends on several factors, including the size of your home, the severity of the radon issue, and the type of system required. Your home's foundation type also significantly impacts the cost. For example, sealing and ventilating an unfinished basement might cost around $4,600, while encapsulating a crawl space without a foundation slab can range from $1,500 to $15,000.

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