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Alpha Environmental Services Inc
4.7(
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Radon Gas - AbatementRadon Gas - Testing

Serving White Salmon, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have use Alpha on a couple of my houses now. Each time, they have been very professional, timely and explain the situation very well. They present all the options and arrive as promised"
Heating Oil Tank
Radon Reduction System
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Gorge Quality Home Inspection
5.0(
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Radon Gas - Testing

Serving White Salmon, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

"Greg is always prompt in responding to scheduling and has a quick turnaround on reports too. I like his reports because they have plenty of pictures and he takes the time with buyers to answer any questions whether it be on site or following up on the report."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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.

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.

No, radon mitigation systems do not decrease home value or make a home harder to sell. In areas where homes experience similar radon exposure risks, a radon mitigation system is viewed as an improvement. Potential homebuyers often opt to buy a home with a radon mitigation system already installed to reduce the risk of cancer for their families.

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.

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.

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