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Know Your Home Inspections and Services, LLC
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Radon Gas - Testing

Serving Elwood, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Know Your Home Inspections and Services LLC is located in Kearney and we offer home inspection and radon measurement services.\n\nWe conduct comprehensive home inspections to the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) standards, typically lasting about 3 to 5 hours, which include visual evaluation of the major components of a home. Then we create a detailed, understandable report. Finally, we present the findings, highlighting any safety concerns and the condition of evaluated items. \n\nWe also conduct radon measurements and make recommendations based on the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services guidelines.\n\nWe take great pride in every inspection we perform and look forward to providing high quality personal service. Call us today to discuss your home inspection or radon measurement needs!

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts

While DIY testing is possible, abatement generally requires professional installation to ensure efficacy and meet safety standards.

Installing a mitigation system reduces radon levels, which can cause lung cancer, providing peace of mind and long-term health benefits. It can also increase your home’s value, as many buyers prefer properties with radon safety measures in place. The investment is relatively low compared to the potential health risks associated with prolonged radon exposure.

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.

Your radon fan needs to operate 24/7 to be effective. The only time the fan isn't operating is during its replacement. Radon levels in the home can increase within hours if the fan stops working or something obstructs the stack vent. Fortunately, radon systems require no downtime maintenance between fan changes.

Installation typically takes 1-2 days, depending on the system and property layout.

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