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Radon Specialists, LLC
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Serving Hollins, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"You can have complet confidence that Radon Specialists will produce the desired result. Our radon long term average went from 7 pc/L to 0.4 pc/ L. We are very relieved. The workmanship of the mitigation system is professional grade and the process was completely unobtrusive."
Smith Mountain Lake
Rear of House
Rear of House
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Adam Cox
New to Angi

Serving Hollins, VA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Armed with more than 10 years of education, training, and hands-on experience in the environmental industry, I’m proud to provide professional environmental inspection services throughout North Carolina. I am licensed by the NC DHHS for asbestos inspections and certified in mold assessment, with additional experience in a wide range of environmental concerns and indoor air quality solutions.\n\nBecause I operate with low overhead costs, I’m able to offer high-quality services at fair and reasonable prices.\n\nFree consultations are always available — call today to discuss your project or concerns. Thanks for considering us!

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Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

A homeowner can install a radon mitigation system on their own. But it’s a challenging DIY that requires a lot of knowledge about radon mitigation as well as familiarity with local regulations. You do not want to risk an improper installation that leaves the system unable to detect radon or gives it a shortened life span. Relying on a professional is the surest way to guarantee a successful installation.

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.

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.

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