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!
R- Construction is a premiere full service radon mitigation company that serves Omaha, NE and surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!
Member of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors. Services Include: Whole House Inspection. Structural Inspection. Mold Inspection. Air Quality Control Inspection.
Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts
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.
Mitigation can take several days depending on home setup, equipment accessibility, and achieving effective diffusion system sealed efficiency.
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 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.
Options include sub-slab depressurization, crawlspace ventilation, and sealing cracks. Choose based on home construction and radon levels.
The Mullen, NE homeowners’ guide to radon detection and reduction services
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