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Northern Illinois Radon, LLC
4.7(
35
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Serving Elmhurst, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"As a first time home buyer, Tim made sure I understood the entire process of mold/air & radon testing and what the results meant. He also gave me great insight on the house as a whole and what to look for while inspecting. He has your best interest in mind during your home buying experience which alleviates some of the stressors that you d otherwise be facing."
An A+ Accredited Business with the BBB.
Certified Commercial Mold Inspectors
Advanced Radon Measurement Service Provider
Home Adisor Approved Professional

+5

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Check Radon
5.0(
5
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Serving Elmhurst, 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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Clue Radon Services
5.0(
40
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Serving Elmhurst, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sidad was professional and he performed the radon test with state of art equipment. The radon test price was reasonable and I am happy to deal with him. I would refer to him for future test."
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Radaquest Radon Inspectors
5.0(
4
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Serving Elmhurst, 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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West Suburban Inspections Inc
5.0(
4
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Serving Elmhurst, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I think this guy did a good job. My In-laws thought he was a little fussy, but I'd rather have every little thing noted. I'd rather be able to decide what's important. The report was pretty concise, and the summary was pretty good as well. I recommend him."
Home Inspector License
Inspection Company License
Certified Indoor Air Consultant
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts

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 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.

There are steps you can take as a homeowner to remediate radon yourself. While a radon reduction professional can make the biggest impact in your home, you can make efforts to improve radon levels on your own by sealing cracks, increasing ventilation, and testing for radon regularly.

Many radon fans carry a five-year manufacturer's warranty. That said, your radon fan should last between five and ten years. Regular inspections will ensure the fan is operating properly. Unusual or exceptional noise coming from the fan or indications on your manometer or system monitor can immediately tell you that something is amiss.

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.

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