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National Radon Defense Midwest
4.7(
51
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Serving Shenandoah, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"National Radon Defense Midwest employees were very knowledgeable and helpful. As we were selling our house we discovered that we had high radon readings and needed to mitigate the problem. They explained to us the process and clearly identified what they would recommend to resolve the issue. We thought it was very reasonably priced and feel confident intheir products, staff and installation"
Exterior Exhaust Fan with Cover
Exterior Exhaust Fan and Discharge
Crawlspace Encapsulation with Radon Mitigation
Cleverly Installed Extraction Point
Interior Exhaust Fan

+15

Response time1 day
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
MB Radon Services, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Shenandoah, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

MB Radon Services, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SWAT Environmental, Inc.
4.5(
13
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Serving Shenandoah, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job with the installation and made sure the Radon was under the level it needed to be. He had to make a couple of trips to make that happen but was very polite and profession through the whole process."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts

Your radon fan needs to operate 24/7 to be effective. The only time the fan isn't operating is during its replacement. Radon levels in the home can increase within hours if the fan stops working or something obstructs the stack vent. Fortunately, radon systems require no downtime maintenance between fan changes.

If high radon levels are detected, steps include sealing entry points, installing a mitigation system, and retesting the air regularly to ensure reduced levels.

Ideally, no one will live in a house with elevated radon levels, as prolonged exposure increases the risk of serious health issues like lung cancer. However, homes with radon can be made safe through mitigation systems, such as active soil depressurization. Testing for radon regularly and addressing high levels helps ensure a safe living environment.

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.

Long-term exposure increases lung cancer risks. Prolonged homestay individuals and smokers encounter heightened vulnerability and exposure concerns.

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