Before hiring any contractor, it's a good idea to get a contract, but this is especially true when it comes to Radon Mitigation. A Radon Mitigation Contract will helps all parties to be in the know about the project. Ask the contractor to prepare a radon mitigation contract before any work starts. Read the contract… Read More
Which Radon System is Best?
Your house type will affect the kind of radon system that will work best. Houses are generally categorized according to their foundation design. For example: basement, slab-on-grade (concrete poured at ground level), or crawlspace (a shallow unfinished space under the first floor). Some houses have more than one foundation design feature. For instance, it is… Read More
DIY Radon Mitigation: Good or Bad Idea?
Being a homeowner often goes hand-in-hand with being a do-it-yourselfer. We definitely don’t knock DIY projects down, but some things should be left to the licensed professionals. On a list of those “things” is radon mitigation. DIY Radon Mitigation might seem like a good idea, but it’s one thing you don’t want to cut corners… Read More
Advantages & Disadvantages of a Radon Mitigation System
People often wonder what the advantages & disadvantages of having a radon mitigation system are. There are several advantages as well as disadvantages to having a radon mitigation system. The advantages to a radon mitigation system hinge on the system being installed correctly by a licensed radon mitigation professional, as well as the system operating… Read More
Trinity Radon: The Difficult We Do Immediately, the Impossible Takes a Little Longer
Trinity Radon Mitigation is a family owned & operated company. We are proud to have two generations (and working on a third) as the foundation of our business. It is an honor to be able to offer exceptional quality & service in Electrical, Radon Mitigation, Generator Installation, & Air Duct Cleaning. When Phil started the… Read More
Safe vs. Acceptable Level of Radon Exposure
We often get asked what is a safe and acceptable level of radon gas? The fact of the matter is that this is really two separate questions. The first being "what is a safe level?" and the second being "what is an acceptable level?" Answering the first question first is easiest. Simply put, a safe… Read More
Detect Radon in Your Home
Whether it's entering a structure through the foundation or through the water supply, you can easily detect radon and monitor using two different testing methods. The most commonly used method is passive radon monitoring. Passive monitors are placed in an area of a structure for a set period of time and then sealed and sent… Read More
Radon Health Risks
Many people do not believe there are radon health risks. This is mostly because, like other environmental pollutants, there is some uncertainty about the magnitude of radon health risks. However, unlike other pollutants, we know more about radon health risks than most other cancer-causing substances. There have been studies done on cancers in humans (underground… Read More
Radon Mitigation Fan Basics
Radon Mitigation Fans: Radon mitigation fans move less air than many bathroom fans (typically less than 60 CFM). Continuous operation is required yet inexpensive (similar to a 40-80 watt light bulb). Fans are designed to allow rain and all other water to pass through to the soil. Rain caps on pipe are not recommended. Choices:… Read More
Radon Reduction Installation Standards
Below is a list of basic radon reduction installation standards that your contractor should meet when installing a radon reduction system inside of your home. It is important to verify with your contractor that the radon mitigation installation standards are properly met to ensure that your radon reduction system will be effective. You can also… Read More