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
More Than Reducing Radon – Radon Mitigation
Aside from reducing radon, did you know there are benefits to having a radon mitigation system installed in your home? Radon is a dangerous radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer. Since you cannot see, taste or smell it, the only way to know if you have radon in your home is to test. If… 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 Exposure and the Holidays
Radon exposure is always on our minds here at Trinity Radon. We think it would be great if it was on everyone’s minds! Each year, 160,000 people die from Lung Cancer. That is more than Breast, Prostate & Colorectal cancer deaths combined. Extended radon exposure can lead to lung cancer and accounts for 16,000 of… Read More
Oswego Homes & Radon
Many homeowners in Oswego, IL do not realize that Radon is a problem in their homes. In reality, over 50% of homes tested in Kendall County from 2003-2009 exceeded the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. 1 in 15 homes in Oswego have dangerous levels of radon. Oswego is located in Kendall County – which… Read More
Radon Problems in the Home
Often, homeowners are not aware of the radon problems lurking in their homes. One of the biggest radon problems is that you cannot smell, taste or see it. You will not experience any symptoms from being exposed to it. The only way to know that you have radon problems is to test for radon. Though… Read More
Building a Radon-Resistant Home
All of our posts in this series have addressed buying & selling a pre-existing home. But what if you are looking to build a brand new home? You do have options. There are such things as radon-resistant techniques. You can include these radon-resistant techniques in the construction of your new home. Radon-resistant techniques are an… Read More
Radon Questions Answered
Radon Question #1 What is radon? Radon gas is a radioactive gas. It is released from the decay of uranium in rocks & soil. Radon is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas that seeps up through the ground & permeates the air. Radon Question #2 How am I exposed to radon? Radon gas is present in… Read More
7 Ways Radon Enters Your Home
Even though it is naturally occurring, many people do not realize how radon enters their homes. It comes from the ground & moves up into the air. This radon infused air enters into you home, where it becomes trapped & can pose a danger to your family. Here are 7 ways that radon enters into… Read More