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Midwest Radon Services, Inc.
4.8(
38
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Serving Chicago Ridge, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a radon remediation installed by them in 2021. We've had to replace the fan 2x already- whereas the expected lifetime of a fan is 8-10 years."
SF-180
Painted Slimline Fan and couplings
90 mil Foil Backed Liner
U-Tube Monometer & Sticker with State Tag
RP-145

+26

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Radon Professional Services
4.6(
34
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Serving Chicago Ridge, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Credit card accepted

"Jose Rodriguez was prompt, professional, and fast with results. He was there when he said he would, went there the next day after I called, and provided the results on time. As a real estate professional I know I'll need the services again and I know that he is the person I will be calling. Thank you!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Check Radon
5.0(
5
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Serving Chicago Ridge, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Technician explained everything about Radon in terms we could totally understand. He was patient, polite, totally knowledgeable and professional."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Assure Home Inspection
4.8(
97
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Serving Chicago Ridge, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great. They provide radon mitigation for my home before closing, worked with my schedule and also allowed me to pay at closing which helped tremendously in my situation."
New Lenox Condo Radon Mitigation
New Lenox Radon Mitigation System
Townhome Radon Mitigation Plainfield, IL
Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Radaquest Radon Inspectors
5.0(
4
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Serving Chicago Ridge, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very easy to get an appointment on short notice when I had limited time to get a radon test done in the process of purchasing a home. Their price was also slightly lower than an estimate I'd received from another company, and the technician was more thorough about explaining the process than the other company I considered."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts

No, air purifiers are not an effective way to reduce or remove radon. Radon is a radioactive, inert gas that cannot be filtered by standard air purifiers, which are designed to capture particulates like dust and mold. While an air purifier can improve indoor air quality by removing other pollutants, it should not be relied upon for radon. The only effective solution for high radon levels is a dedicated radon mitigation system.

The fan that pulls the radon out of the air needs to run continuously, so you may see an increase in your electric bill once you install the mitigation system. Additionally, you may see an increase in your heating or cooling bills, as the fan can cause some loss of hot or cool air.

Radon enters your home when warm air begins to rise and exits through the roof, creating a vacuum that pulls cooler air from under the foundation. Part of that air is radon, which is an invisible, odorless gas that develops naturally when radioactive particles are deep within the ground. Those particles usually come from decaying matter in soil and rocks.

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.

You can vent radon out of your house sometimes by simply opening a window, but it won’t remove the source, and will likely rise above recommended levels quickly. A professional will be needed to assess your home, and determine the best strategy for radon removal. Active radon sump pumps and soil depressurization systems are often used to forcefully vent the radon from your home.

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