He set traps and got good results. Easy to work with as far as scheduling, very punctual. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/houston/natran-green-pest-control-reviews-2579798.htm"},"position":3},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Richard's Total Backyard Solutions","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Phil D."},"reviewBody":"We went sole source because of a recommendation - shame on me. Richards was great up front in the showroom and looked great as far as the "talk". On the dig which was on Galveston bayside, they buried a front end bucket digger in the middel of the site on Day 1 (May 20) resulting in bulkhead leakage and ground liquifaction. By the time it was extracted with another equipment, and the contractors for steel/gunite/plumbing returned the next day, the hole in the ground resulted in bulkhead failure from severe leakage. The project manager then blamed us for the failure and it went downhill. The pool was filled with a gravel bottom which was too shallow with our 4' depth design and the pool walls were raised to add depth..ending up at 3'6"...hard to do flip turns in this lap pool. Many modifications were necessary including the reduction from 2 to 1 skimmers.The spa wall sloped and the walls were not squared; this resulted in some jackhammering and "jury rigging" to make it look correct. Considering the problems from the beginning, the project manager should have been on site every day, although was largely absent. He didn't listen to our concerns and largely wanted to "get it done" and lost interest in the project. We began to act as project managers and worked with deckers, tile/stone guys and later plumbers to get what we wanted. In the pool dig which began the problems, the project manager told the digger that he "sic... screwed up"..we have the video..they now had to go through our side yard which was originally to be avoided and this was in addition to the already damaged/soiled and dirt piled underhouse access..it of couse was destroyed, so we needed new yard grass which they tried to aviod saying it was not in the contract to repair yards. In the failed dig, the liquifaction resulted in our overhead walkway piling to fail and threatened a total collapse. A contractor was called in to fix the skyway. This story goes on, however they tried to make us pay for all costs of repairs and rental equipment resulting from the failed pool dig...quite insulting. They tacked some additional charges on for things that they said we wanted although related to adapting to the raised pool resulting from the failed dig. We negotiated a price rather than go the legal route which was a heartbeat away. The clean up was deplorable. We had to specifically make a list of what needed to be done, rather than them clearly identifying that the huse needs to be returned to its' prior condition before the construction. We ended paying our own contractor to repaint our posts underside of the house (on stilts in Galveston) and repair a damaged piling hit by the heavy equipment and further damage not repaired by their electricians activities. I could continue to describe faults in the pool, however a reader can get the flavor of our experience. On a positive note, the pool look is beautiful and the equipment is first rate. It does not work as expected, because of the faulty design although for this Galveston area is adequate; we dont get oak leaves here nor lots of pollen, mainly insects and some dust/dirt. I built another pool years ago (of course another company) and it was a total pleasure and enjoyable process. This one was very stressful and gave us considerable anxiety. We have had not further contact from any staff at the compnay as a follow up to assess our customer satisfaction. Advice is to NEVER go sole source...find out who can really do the job! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/houston/richard%27s-total-backyard-solutions-reviews-232033.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"A1 Discount Plumbing","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Katherine L."},"reviewBody":"We were fixing up our home in preparation to sell it. Brandon came out at the beginning of July and gave us a quote well under prices published by larger vendors for installation services. We arranged for him to work two weeks hence, as we were having other work (floors, carpet, lights) done in the meantime. His office also recommended a leak detection service for a problematic spot that others had investigated but not resolved. By the time Brandon came to install the fixtures (we supplied those), we also had found the leak, a pin-hole leak on a vertical pipe in an unlikely place. Brandon did the quoted work as well as replacing the pipe section with the leak. Final price worked out well, as he gave a good discount for paying by check. Brandon was punctual and responsive to our needs; as you can read, they changed, and he helped with a new problem, too. His office was very courteous, proactive and helpful. I will definitely have A1 Discount Plumbing on my "short list" of approved vendors. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/houston/a1-discount-plumbing-reviews-6539238.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"oops steam cleaning","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"TOM L."},"reviewBody":"Terrible. Their truck was in the neighborhood at a neighbors house. I was amazed and appalled at the level of noise the truck was creating. I dont know the mechanics of how their set-up works, but let me tell you it had to be above any legal limits for noise pollution. I immediately called the number on the side of the truck while I was outside and across the street from the truck. The lady answered and i asked her if she could hear the noise. She of course said no. Unfortunately I was using an iPhone 5 which has noise reduction technology. I'm sure they get calls like this, but she denied any knowledge of noise complaints. I was walking my dog at the time and could still hear the noise 5 blocks away. I just couldn't believe it was legal to have this level of noise from their truck. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/houston/oops-steam-cleaning-reviews-6595092.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"CARDINAL LEAK DETECTION & PLUMBING SERVICES","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mark Z."},"reviewBody":"This is my second job with Cardinal Plumbing, simple for leak detection. Mario performed the work. He arrived to the property about an hour later than expected, but did got to work. The hard part was finding the clean out for the test. We had to use a camera to look for the clean out from the roof. The camera has a toner on it and he uses an amplifier on to locate the toner, which is where the clean was found, 5 inches under dirt. That took longer than the test. Mario tested the pipes by filling the drains of the house with water, and then measuring any drops. It was a good sign that we filled the drain lines, without water bouncing and it filled quickly. once filled we notice the water not lowering in the clean out. 20 minutes later still no discernible water loss, yeah. no leaks. I am completely happy with the company and service provided. I plan to use them for other plumbing jobs as well."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/houston/cardinal-leak-detection-and-plumbing-services-reviews-144086.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Payless Insulation","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Anna C."},"reviewBody":"The Estimator, Scheduler and the laborers were all professional and punctual. They wore booties when stepping on the carpets and floors. The final price didn't vary from the estimated price. Although the Estimator changed the original estimated price because the original price took into consideration of a 12 inch gap between the ceiling and the floor above. The Estimator came back a second time and confirmed that the gap was actually 18 inches. Also, during the insulation service, the laborers found out that the Estimator missed the estimation on shared walls. Those were estimated at 4 inches, instead of 8 inches. However, they didn't increase the charges. With any job, minor things happen; there were a few scrapes on the walls from the equipment and a few dirty finger marks. But these are minor and fixable. They insulated a "cold" room in the condo where the builder forgot to insulate. The builder didn't insulate between the floors. I could hear everything from the upstairs neighbors, including walking, talking and recently, their dog barking. After the job, I wouldn't say all the noises were eliminated; however, the soundproofing did make some noise reduction. Instead of hearing everything, the noises have been reduced to mumbled sounds, which I can live with. The only thing that I had to deal with after they finish the job was to re-paint the walls and ceilings."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/houston/payless-insulation-reviews-162422.htm"},"position":8}]}
Radon Detection And Reduction reviews from real Angi homeowners in Galveston, TX
Last update on October 15, 2025
Jonathan C.
2.0
04/2021
A long story, but I would never use them again. Had them design and install an inground pool. The build process took about 4 times longer than told. They fired our project manager before the pool even went in and never replaced him. You can rely on any of them to do what they say they are...
Tech was extremely knowledgeable and experienced detecting presence of rodents. He set traps and got good results. Easy to work with as far as scheduling, very punctual.
Phil D.
1.0
09/2013
We went sole source because of a recommendation - shame on me. Richards was great up front in the showroom and looked great as far as the "talk". On the dig which was on Galveston bayside, they buried a front end bucket digger in the middel of the site on Day 1 (May 20) resulting in...
Katherine L.
5.0
08/2013
We were fixing up our home in preparation to sell it. Brandon came out at the beginning of July and gave us a quote well under prices published by larger vendors for installation services. We arranged for him to work two weeks hence, as we were having other work (floors, carpet, lights)...
Tom L.
1.0
03/2013
Terrible. Their truck was in the neighborhood at a neighbors house. I was amazed and appalled at the level of noise the truck was creating. I dont know the mechanics of how their set-up works, but let me tell you it had to be above any legal limits for noise pollution. I immediately called...
Mark Z.
5.0
08/2012
This is my second job with Cardinal Plumbing, simple for leak detection. Mario performed the work. He arrived to the property about an hour later than expected, but did got to work. The hard part was finding the clean out for the test. We had to use a camera to look for the clean out from...
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry ONLY providing mold remediation, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"It was very good the customer service was excellent they were fast and efficient route home great quality of work in the workers are so hard-working"
Jason J on February 2022
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry ONLY providing mold remediation, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"It was very good the customer service was excellent they were fast and efficient route home great quality of work in the workers are so hard-working"
I bring over a decade of PM development and construction experience combined with a passion for environmental health and safety to every home and multi-family community we serve. My background in construction to underground civil design and final inspections have equipped me with the expertise needed to deliver highly effective radon design, testing, & mitigation services. My commitment to accurate and reliable results have allowed me to make informed recommendations that prioritize client safety without compromising ownership's profitability. I'm dedicated to making the radon testing and mitigations processes efficient and straightforward. With a positive attitude and a commitment to exceptional service, I work tirelessly to deliver radon system designs, radon levels, and recommendations in final reports with industry-leading turnaround times. I look forward to continuing to raise awareness about radon safety and helping protect our communities from this invisible threat.
I bring over a decade of PM development and construction experience combined with a passion for environmental health and safety to every home and multi-family community we serve. My background in construction to underground civil design and final inspections have equipped me with the expertise needed to deliver highly effective radon design, testing, & mitigation services. My commitment to accurate and reliable results have allowed me to make informed recommendations that prioritize client safety without compromising ownership's profitability. I'm dedicated to making the radon testing and mitigations processes efficient and straightforward. With a positive attitude and a commitment to exceptional service, I work tirelessly to deliver radon system designs, radon levels, and recommendations in final reports with industry-leading turnaround times. I look forward to continuing to raise awareness about radon safety and helping protect our communities from this invisible threat.
Reagan Mold Consultants offers Mold, Bacterial, and Sewage Testing. Mold Assessment, Remediation Protocol Development, and Moisture Mapping within residential, commercial, and industrial structures. Services are offered in Texas and Louisiana. Reagan Mold Consultants is also licensed as an Asbestos Consultant. We are able to provide Asbestos Testing, Asbestos Surveys, Project Designs, Air Monitoring, and Management Planning. We are an owner-operator business and stand out from others within the industry because of our vast knowledge of the construction, fire and water restoration, and insurance industries.
"Project went well, price was unnecessarily high but in line with that type of business."
Matt B on September 2020
Reagan Mold Consultants offers Mold, Bacterial, and Sewage Testing. Mold Assessment, Remediation Protocol Development, and Moisture Mapping within residential, commercial, and industrial structures. Services are offered in Texas and Louisiana. Reagan Mold Consultants is also licensed as an Asbestos Consultant. We are able to provide Asbestos Testing, Asbestos Surveys, Project Designs, Air Monitoring, and Management Planning. We are an owner-operator business and stand out from others within the industry because of our vast knowledge of the construction, fire and water restoration, and insurance industries.
"Project went well, price was unnecessarily high but in line with that type of business."
HTX Consulting Services llc is a veteran-owned business dedicated to the detection and prevention of mold, asbestos, lead and other microbial contaminants in indoor environments throughout the Greater Houston Area, Gulf Coast Region and across Texas. We provide professional testing for indoor air quality (IAQ), mold, microbial / sewer contamination, asbestos and lead inspections. This comprehensive testing and preventive measures will help stop contamination issues from occurring or reoccurring. Committed to helping the communities, institutions and businesses we serve, HTX is the region's premier mold, asbestos, and lead inspection company. Our testing and inspection services are designed for those who want to ensure a home, school or building does not have mold, bacteria, asbestos, lead or other environmental issues. HTX also provides mold, asbestos, lead testing / inspection services for clients in new construction, remodeling, renovating, buying, selling, renting or leasing commercial or residential buildings. At HTX Consulting Services all inspections are conducted by a Texas Licensed Inspectors and Consultants. Our inspections includes a complete evaluation of both the interior and exterior of the property. We provide every client with a professional quality of service from start to finish. We provide discounts for veterans, law enforcement, first responders, teachers, and senior citizens.
HTX Consulting Services llc is a veteran-owned business dedicated to the detection and prevention of mold, asbestos, lead and other microbial contaminants in indoor environments throughout the Greater Houston Area, Gulf Coast Region and across Texas. We provide professional testing for indoor air quality (IAQ), mold, microbial / sewer contamination, asbestos and lead inspections. This comprehensive testing and preventive measures will help stop contamination issues from occurring or reoccurring. Committed to helping the communities, institutions and businesses we serve, HTX is the region's premier mold, asbestos, and lead inspection company. Our testing and inspection services are designed for those who want to ensure a home, school or building does not have mold, bacteria, asbestos, lead or other environmental issues. HTX also provides mold, asbestos, lead testing / inspection services for clients in new construction, remodeling, renovating, buying, selling, renting or leasing commercial or residential buildings. At HTX Consulting Services all inspections are conducted by a Texas Licensed Inspectors and Consultants. Our inspections includes a complete evaluation of both the interior and exterior of the property. We provide every client with a professional quality of service from start to finish. We provide discounts for veterans, law enforcement, first responders, teachers, and senior citizens.
We’ve all run into individuals who seem to always be in a hurry. They can’t stop and take the time to make sure your needs are being met because they’re afraid they’ll miss out on that next big deal. At Texas Country Inspection, we see things differently. For instance, our client’s are a big deal, to us. We feel buying or selling a home should be a careful, well thought out process and no stone should be left covered. We believe in being fair and honest to everyone. Now you simply cannot provide a superior level of service quickly and hastily and at the same time meet and or exceed you’re client’s needs. That is precisely the reason why we believe in being thorough and performing the task correctly, once. We use a unique, multifaceted approach to ensure that our customers are put first, no matter what. When we initially opened, we believed in providing quality customer service to meet your family’s needs, and we still do to this very day. Therefore, we invite you to join us and welcome the opportunity to meet new individuals and learn from their experiences.
We’ve all run into individuals who seem to always be in a hurry. They can’t stop and take the time to make sure your needs are being met because they’re afraid they’ll miss out on that next big deal. At Texas Country Inspection, we see things differently. For instance, our client’s are a big deal, to us. We feel buying or selling a home should be a careful, well thought out process and no stone should be left covered. We believe in being fair and honest to everyone. Now you simply cannot provide a superior level of service quickly and hastily and at the same time meet and or exceed you’re client’s needs. That is precisely the reason why we believe in being thorough and performing the task correctly, once. We use a unique, multifaceted approach to ensure that our customers are put first, no matter what. When we initially opened, we believed in providing quality customer service to meet your family’s needs, and we still do to this very day. Therefore, we invite you to join us and welcome the opportunity to meet new individuals and learn from their experiences.
At Texas House Check we provide Home and Termite Inspection services that include state of the art technology to provide the best and most thorough reports.
At Texas House Check we provide Home and Termite Inspection services that include state of the art technology to provide the best and most thorough reports.
AssistPlus Home Inspection provides complete home inspections that include, foundation, structural, electrical, HVAC, roofing, plumbing, pools and all associated equipment. We also do pre-sale inspections, new home construction and remodeling inspections.
AssistPlus Home Inspection provides complete home inspections that include, foundation, structural, electrical, HVAC, roofing, plumbing, pools and all associated equipment. We also do pre-sale inspections, new home construction and remodeling inspections.
Oleander Construction provides full-service property damage restoration and sustainability service provider. We provide construction, environmental and energy management service-solutions to residential, commercial and industrial customers as well as insurance companies and claims professionals. Residential and Commercial Property Damage Service-Solutions Provider: ◀ Property Damage Restoration ◀ Insurance Reconstruction ◀ Remodeling / Renovations / Repairs ◀ Energy Management Our Property Damage Restoration Service-Solutions include fire and water damage restoration and mitigation services, 24-hr emergency response (board-ups, roof tarps, etc.), emergency water extraction, structural drying dehumidification, mold remediation, contents restoration services, complete (turn-key) reconstruction services and much more, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Property Damage Restoration Service-Solutions - Return property to its pre-loss condition as fast as possible. Our experienced service teams respond to client’s emergency calls fast, the quickly begin drying and mitigation services immediately to mitigate damage to client’s homes and businesses efficiently. Our fast response times and effective techniques go a long way towards limiting costly secondary damage and preventing potential mold growth and eliminating odors at their source. We perform comprehensive fire, smoke, water, sewer, storm and flood-damage restoration services, HVAC Hygiene and duct cleaning services. In addition, we have an extensive list of energy and water management related services for residential and commercial property owners, as well as insurance carriers and claims professionals alike. We have literally restored thousands of homes and businesses (office buildings, condominiums, hospitals, etc.) and government-owned buildings and agencies (federal court buildings, prisons, schools and universities). Whenever clients find themselves in need of property damage restoration services, our clients trust our ability to respond quickly, with all of the appropriate resources and develop tailor-made Service-Solutions and effectively restore damaged property…They Call OLEANDER Construction. ◀ EXPERTISE, CAPABILITIES & EXPERIENCE are what separates Oleander Construction apart from our competitors. Tailor-made Service-Solutions and transparent operations make us very unique in an industry full of it's fair share of "snake oil" salesman. ◀ FREE ESTIMATES (We do not charge "trip charges" or "service fees" for initial estimates) ◀ STANDARD PRICING - w/Xactimate Estimating Software (We use Insurance industry standard Software to price all insurance claims and all other projects we estimate on a daily basis. ◀ TALENTED SUBS - Highly specialized services call for licensed professionals, we utilize the services of a select group of extremely talented subcontractors capable of applying Faux/Antique Finishes, Concrete Staining, Plumbing or Electrical services, etc)
Oleander Construction provides full-service property damage restoration and sustainability service provider. We provide construction, environmental and energy management service-solutions to residential, commercial and industrial customers as well as insurance companies and claims professionals. Residential and Commercial Property Damage Service-Solutions Provider: ◀ Property Damage Restoration ◀ Insurance Reconstruction ◀ Remodeling / Renovations / Repairs ◀ Energy Management Our Property Damage Restoration Service-Solutions include fire and water damage restoration and mitigation services, 24-hr emergency response (board-ups, roof tarps, etc.), emergency water extraction, structural drying dehumidification, mold remediation, contents restoration services, complete (turn-key) reconstruction services and much more, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Property Damage Restoration Service-Solutions - Return property to its pre-loss condition as fast as possible. Our experienced service teams respond to client’s emergency calls fast, the quickly begin drying and mitigation services immediately to mitigate damage to client’s homes and businesses efficiently. Our fast response times and effective techniques go a long way towards limiting costly secondary damage and preventing potential mold growth and eliminating odors at their source. We perform comprehensive fire, smoke, water, sewer, storm and flood-damage restoration services, HVAC Hygiene and duct cleaning services. In addition, we have an extensive list of energy and water management related services for residential and commercial property owners, as well as insurance carriers and claims professionals alike. We have literally restored thousands of homes and businesses (office buildings, condominiums, hospitals, etc.) and government-owned buildings and agencies (federal court buildings, prisons, schools and universities). Whenever clients find themselves in need of property damage restoration services, our clients trust our ability to respond quickly, with all of the appropriate resources and develop tailor-made Service-Solutions and effectively restore damaged property…They Call OLEANDER Construction. ◀ EXPERTISE, CAPABILITIES & EXPERIENCE are what separates Oleander Construction apart from our competitors. Tailor-made Service-Solutions and transparent operations make us very unique in an industry full of it's fair share of "snake oil" salesman. ◀ FREE ESTIMATES (We do not charge "trip charges" or "service fees" for initial estimates) ◀ STANDARD PRICING - w/Xactimate Estimating Software (We use Insurance industry standard Software to price all insurance claims and all other projects we estimate on a daily basis. ◀ TALENTED SUBS - Highly specialized services call for licensed professionals, we utilize the services of a select group of extremely talented subcontractors capable of applying Faux/Antique Finishes, Concrete Staining, Plumbing or Electrical services, etc)
We have completed more than 8,000 mold investigations over the past 20 years. Our team has the experience to assist with water damage and mold contamination in apartments, residences, offices, and healthcare facilities.
"Cliff helped us with the mold testing. He's kind and gave information. He came 3 or 4 time in our house and checked the wall of concerned. He was really great and much more knowledgeable on our home builders."
Mindy A on October 2019
We have completed more than 8,000 mold investigations over the past 20 years. Our team has the experience to assist with water damage and mold contamination in apartments, residences, offices, and healthcare facilities.
"Cliff helped us with the mold testing. He's kind and gave information. He came 3 or 4 time in our house and checked the wall of concerned. He was really great and much more knowledgeable on our home builders."
Mindy A on October 2019
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FAQs for radon detection and reduction projects in Galveston, TX
If radon is present in your home, you can expect to pay around $1,000 for a radon mitigation system or between $780 and $1,250 in most cases. The exact price will depend on the severity of the radon leak, home size, and the protocol the radon specialist develops to remove radon from your home and keep it out. Your foundation type will also affect your radon mitigation system cost, as unfinished basements will cost about $4,600 to seal and ventilate, while crawl spaces without a foundation slab may need extra encapsulation, costing $1,500 to $15,000.
You can buy DIY radon test kits from a home improvement store and conduct radon testing, but these tests are often inaccurate. No matter the result, you should supplement DIY testing with professional radon detection and analysis. DIYers only have access to passive radon tests, which aren’t as reliable as active tests that professionals use. Plus, it’s very easy for DIYers to make mistakes during testing, leading to inaccurate results. If you’re moving into a new home, have concerns about radon, or are due for an updated test, hire a professional.
Radon testing costs depend on whether you hire a professional radon inspector or DIY test. You can expect to pay $150 to $800 to hire a local radon inspector, and home-testing kits range in price from $15 to $250 from home improvement stores. However, it’s best to trust a professional inspector with this task to ensure accurate results. Plus, if you have radon in your home, your testing company can develop a mitigation protocol to keep you and your family safe from the dangerous gas, so it’s well worth the money to hire a professional.
Yes, radon testing is absolutely necessary if you suspect the presence of this hazardous gas, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends testing for all homes in the country. Radon is a pervasive natural gas that can leak through your home’s foundation and seep into the living areas. Unfortunately, the gas is highly carcinogenic and is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon testing is crucial for keeping you and your family safe from harm, so hire a radon mitigation specialist to test your home if you suspect its presence in your home.
In most states, radon testing companies don’t need to be licensed or certified by the state, but the companies that analyze the test results and develop radon mitigation protocols do. You should choose a radon testing company that suits your needs, but before hiring a mitigation specialist, check our state licensing tool to make sure the company is properly certified.
The Galveston, TX homeowners’ guide to radon detection and reduction services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
You cannot see, smell, or taste radon, but it may still be a problem in your home. Before hiring a pro, find out how much radon testing costs using this guide.
Radon is a gas that you can't see or smell and is harmful to your health. If your home has radon, you need to know who installs radon mitigation systems.
Can a homeowner install a radon mitigation system? While some parts of the project are fine for DIY, you should leave the meat of the task to a licensed professional.