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Radon Specialists, LLC
4.8(
54
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Serving New Castle, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"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
Typical Installation
Typical Installation

+7

Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Energy Check by Shelter Alternatives, Inc.
2.5(
3
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Serving New Castle, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

"The energy audit surfaced some significant issues. That's what we wanted. Shelter Alternatives presented a bid for the job, which seemed high. We are checking with other contractors to complete the work."
attic sealed and insulate
Attic insulation
sealed top plates
working in the crawl
sealed top plates

+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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.

You can vent radon out of your house sometimes by simply opening a window, but it won’t remove the source, and will likely rise above recommended levels quickly. A professional will be needed to assess your home, and determine the best strategy for radon removal. Active radon sump pumps and soil depressurization systems are often used to forcefully vent the radon from your home.

The natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water can cause radon to appear in a home. The gas seeps into homes through cracks in foundations, walls, or floors, as well as through gaps around pipes or construction joints. Radon levels are influenced by soil composition, building materials, and ventilation. Poorly sealed or airtight homes can trap radon, allowing it to accumulate.

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.

If high radon levels are detected, steps include sealing entry points, installing a mitigation system, and retesting the air regularly to ensure reduced levels.

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