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U.S. Waterproofing
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Serving Pontiac, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1957

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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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Stuedemann Radon Resolutions
New to Angi

Serving Pontiac, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Stuedemann Radon Resolutions is a husband and wife team committed to providing expert personal radon-related services to the communities we serve, and is committed to providing all services in accordance with the requirements of the Radon Industry Licensing Act 32, Illinois Administrative Code 422, Licensing of Radon Mitigation Services, and our Quality Assurance Program (QAP). Compliance with our policy is mandatory for all Stuedemann Radon Resolutions, employees involved in radon-related services or practices.\nThe Stuedemann Promise:\nLife-time guarantee on workmanship & unconditional system success; Follow tradition of our 25-year commitment to use of only quality materials; fan manufacturer offer of 5 year warrantee on fan parts; system designed for all lowest-level conditions: basement, crawlspace, slabs; unconditionally guaranteed to reduce radon levels to below 4.0 pCi/L; family-owned and operated construction company since 1985; free estimates and fully insured.

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Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts

Radon detection is crucial as prolonged exposure to radon gas, a leading cause of lung cancer, poses significant health risks in residential environments.

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.

No level of radon is technically safe, but since it is naturally present everywhere, it is impossible to avoid entirely. The average radon level in homes across the United States is 1.3 picocuries per liter (pCi/L). The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends taking action to reduce radon levels if your home's test results are between 2 and 4 pCi/L or higher.

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 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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