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Double Check Inspect
3.8(
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Radon Gas - Testing

Serving Union City, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Double Check to do an inspection for a personal decision of "Repair or Replace". Justin came out, performed the inspection, took photographs and answered all my questions. He found some issues like a few shingles missing, popped nailheads and the like. We discussed the Repair or Replace decision. Very knowledgeable and easy to deal with. Highly recommended."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Pierce Property Inspectors
5.0(
2
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Radon Gas - Testing

Serving Union City, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Pierce Property Inspectors, we take pride in evaluating every home as if it were our own. We understand the importance of buying the right home, which is a sound home with no surprises. Let us help you with the home buying experience. You can always count on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work at Pierce Property Inspectors. We look forward to earning your business!\n\n\nBuilding Contractor for 20+ Years\nRealtor for 20+ Years\n

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

You'll need to test your home for radon after installing the mitigation system, then again every two years. If radon remains elevated, contact a licensed radon professional, either the contractor who installed the system or a different one, and have them evaluate the system. They may need to make some changes to improve its effectiveness and performance.

Radon is the number one non-smoking cause of lung cancer in the United States, but it can cause some other concerning side effects in the meantime. If you have a raspy voice, chest pains, trouble breathing, difficulty swallowing, or any of the above, don’t hesitate to perform radon testing and install a mitigation system as soon as possible.

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