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Scope Environmental
5.0(
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Radon Gas - Testing

Serving Swansea, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"TESTING FOR ASBESTOS I need to make sure people know about a man named Jeff Miller Owner of Scope Environmental. I wanted to have my basement checked for Asbestos. This man was absolutely the nicest person. Jeff is a professional, who explained things extremely well and in detail, offered positives suggestions, and extremely knowledgeable. Oh, and extremely honest and helpful. If you ever want to have your basement checked for Radon or Asbestos or Mold, please call this nice man who has a vast amount of experience and knowledge on these three issues. His phone number is 314-220-1810. His pricing is very reasonable and he is Certified in the State of Missouri which is a requirement by the State to do testing. He sure put my mind at peace."
Black mold inside closet
Mold growth in HVAC Closet
Asbestos Flooring
Floor sample collection
Asbestos Adhesive

+10

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Loving Mold Removal
4.6(
26
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Radon Gas - Testing

Serving Swansea, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Since 1992, K&E Mold Removal/Demolition, LLC has performed thousands of environmental services in the Illinois and Missouri areas. It is our mission to help you with your Asbestos, Mold and Lead problems and answer your questions. We are Licensed & Certified in Asbestos Removal, Certified in Mold Remediation, and Certified in Lead Removal.\nAsbestos fibers were commonly used in construction and insulation processes in days gone, so even if you don’t realize it – your property may contain plenty of dangerous asbestos fibers. We know how to look for them and suck them out. And what’s more important – we know how to remove them, so you don’t have to worry about your safety!\nWe all know mold can destroy property, so people generally care about eliminating it! Our services include inspecting the area, seeing where the mold forms, and removing and sanitizing the area. We don’t want your property to suffer from mold any longer than it already has!\nYou might have dangerous paint adorning your walls, but you might not even know it. After all, lead-based paint was common in the past, but people rarely pay attention to that. But lead is toxic, so if you have any doubts about your property, let us inspect and safely remove any traces of it from the walls!\n We also can provide reliable Demolition Clean Up in Belleville, IL and the surrounding areas. Don't hesitate to contact us now! \n\n\n

Mold Testing and Remediation Project
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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 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.

The average radon mitigation system uses about 876 kWh of electricity per year, although the exact amount of electricity used will vary depending on the size of the radon fan. Once the system is installed, the annual increase to your energy bill could range from $30 to $300 per year, again depending on the size of the fan.

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.

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

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