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U.S. Waterproofing
4.2(
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Radon Gas - Abatement

Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1957

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Called company on Monday and got an appointment for an inspection on Wednesday. That following Monday, the technician arrived and went through each step is sealing off the concrete foundation to the water leak. The fix worked well and was put to the test with the recent record rains. Not one drop of water came into the basement."
Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Waterproofing
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Radman Radon Testing
5.0(
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Radon Gas - Abatement

Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"RADMAN did an outstanding job installing a radon mitigation system in my home. His crew knows what they are doing and the results speak for themselves. Within hours after starting up the system my Radon level went from 20 to less than 1 Picocuurie per liter."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clay's Property Services, LLC
5.0(
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Radon Gas - Testing

Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I contacted this business from a realtor list and found his prices and multiple inspection licenses to meet my needs while purchasing a home. His report was extremely thorough, including explanation of issue found, photo of specific issue referenced as well as a recommendation for resolution. I highly recommend. January 28th, 2024."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

Your radon mitigation system may be loud because it’s time to replace it. Any sounds are usually from the inline fan that helps create the vacuum and resulting airflow. If you hear a new, loud mechanical or humming noise from your radon fan, it might be time to replace it. Most fans used in radon mitigation systems last up to 10 years, but may need to be replaced sooner.

Radon is present almost everywhere but, like sunlight, the concentration levels and how often you are exposed to it have a large part to play in just how dangerous it is. There are levels of radon that are acceptable inside a house, but above a certain limit, radon becomes a serious radioactive hazard that is a known cause of lung cancer. In fact, radon exposure is the number two leading cause of lung cancer (after smoking).

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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