The communities of Yorkville, Oswego, Bristol, Montgomery, Aurora & beyond have seen an influx of crime as the weather has gotten warmer & school has been out. Car break-ins & home invasions are being reported almost daily. Besides locking your car doors, keeping valuables in a safe, and having a mean looking pooch running around,… Read More
The Cost of Radon Reduction Systems
Many things can affect the cost of a radon reduction system, causing it to vary according to the home's design, size, foundation, construction materials and the local climate. Radon reduction systems average costs nationally are $1,200 with a range from $800 to $2500 common depending on house and market conditions. Fan warranties are typically 5… Read More
Radon Testing in Real Estate Transactions
When performing radon testing in real estate transactions, it is typically best to hire a licensed radon tester. Your contractor should provide you with directions on how your home should be during this test, as well as where he or she is conducting the test. If you are in need of radon testing in real… Read More
Professional Radon Mitigation Contractor
You've found radon in your home - what should you do? First, don't panic! Radon is everywhere and fixing a radon problem is very straight-forward, and easy to do with a professional radon mitigation contractor. Second... ... if you have performed only a single test, the US EPA recommends a followup test before fixing your… Read More
Choosing a Radon Specialist
In Illinois, both radon testers and radon mitigators are required to complete an approved training course and pass a written exam to become licensed. Since Illinois requires certification, make sure the company you hire has been properly trained and certified. Choose a radon specialist like you would a teacher, lawyer or doctor. You want the… Read More
Radon Testing – Do It NOW!
Believe it or not, there are still people who do not think Radon is anything to worry about. Through all of the EPA campaigns, and the American Lung Association warnings about lung cancer & radon, people put off radon testing their homes. The reality is radon is something to worry about. It needs to be… Read More
Radon Mitigation FAQs
We've compiled a list of some of the most frequently asked questions about Radon Mitigation that we hear. How long do Radon Mitigation Fans last? We warranty our fans to work for 5 years. The national average for fans is 11 years. The EPA recommends having your fans checked every two years to make sure… Read More
Radon Myths
It's time for our 2015 installment of Radon Myths. In this multi-part series, we will evaluate some of the radon myths that are still hanging out. We'd like to put these radon myths to bed, once & for all. MYTH: I'm safe because I don't spend much time in my basement. FACT: If your furnace… Read More
Radon Myths & Radon Facts: Part 3
This is our third, and second to last installment of radon myths 2015. RADON MYTH: If radon is such a big deal, why aren't our government health officials doing something about it? RADON FACT: They’ve already spent millions and millions of dollars trying. They’re not sure what to do next with the budget they have.… Read More
EPA Radon Myths: Part 4
This is our final edition of EPA radon myths for 2015! EPA RADON MYTH: Do-It-Yourself radon test kits are not accurate. FACT: If you follow the instructions, D.I.Y. test kits are just as accurate as the extremely expensive professional radon monitors. If you are testing your own home and not in the process of a… Read More
