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WIN Home Inspection
4.8(
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"At property as scheduled. Went through all areas from basement, crawl space to attic. Checked fixturing and built in appliances. Had inspection submitted in a timely manner."
IR electrical panel
IR camera used
Worn out roof
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SWAT Environmental, Inc.
4.1(
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Lance is very knowledgeable and good with explaining the system. He gave the quote and also did the work. The company was able to accommodate my tight real estate needs timeline. One thing to have made it better would have been a quicker means of post testing the radon levels after installation. We had to go to another company to hire them to do the testing."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Absolute Home Inspection
5.0(
4
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our mission is to empower real estate buyers, sellers and investors through education. Our company is dedicated to providing you with the most comprehensive and accurate information you need to make an informed decision. Our inspectors are members in good standing with the top professional trade associations. Our inspections are performed according to the highest Standards of Practice and strict Code of Ethics which protects the consumer from conflicts of interest and ensures an independent, unbiased assessment of the property. After a thorough analysis of the subject property, we provide a comprehensive, computer generated report highlighting the critical areas most important to you as the real estate buyer, seller or investor. Also serving Central Kentucky.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BreathSafe Radon and Moisture Control
4.2(
9
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great! I have a home where the system was not easy to install, but they stayed until it was finished. A test kit was left to see if it was working properly, but they added that they would return if our radon wasn't lowered. IT WAS!! Money very well spent"
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
Waterproofing Pros
5.0(
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Monday - Sunday 24/7\n\nWe're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your waterproofing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

Interior trench
Interior trench
interior trench
Laser level ensures proper slope for drainage
Filter fabric prevents system contamination.

+27

Response time2 days
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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 soil beneath your house is most likely what’s causing an increased level of radon. This is because soil holds radioactivity for a long time and it’s also what most buildings are built on. Another common source of radon is water from a source that hasn’t been through periodic radon tests, such as well water. Over time, the radon from the soil can inhabit other parts of your house like the foundation or plumbing.

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).

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