Before & After Photos

This cabin in Como had a sub-slab depressurization system installed in the mechanical room.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas that can accumulate in homes, posing serious health risks over time, especially when levels exceed recommended limits. In this case, the radon level in the basement was dangerously high at over 9.0 pCi/L, affecting the safety of the home's occupants, including the son’s bedroom. Purple Mountain Radon was called in to address this issue, as the home, built into the side of a mountain, had no initial mitigation measures, with the slab poured directly onto solid granite. Due to the challenges posed by the granite, including potential fissures, a more complex solution was avoided by installing an ERV system, which effectively reduced radon levels without extensive excavation. This proactive step ensured the family’s safety without unnecessary delays or costs. If you’re concerned about radon in your home, don’t wait—contact us today to discuss your mitigation options!

A home in Westcliffe, CO, presented a unique challenge for radon mitigation due to a new addition with two separate foundations and in-floor radiant heating beneath ceramic tile flooring. The homeowner, already familiar with radon mitigation from their Trinidad property, wanted a solution that didn’t require coring through the finished floors. After evaluating options, Purple Mountain Radon first proposed an ERV system, but limited space in the mechanical room made installation impractical. Instead, the team carefully cored through the foundation walls just below grade on the exterior, connecting piping to create an effective sub-slab depressurization system. Now, the home benefits from a properly designed mitigation system, reducing radon levels without disrupting the radiant flooring.

Radon buildup can be especially concerning in homes with basements or crawlspaces, as these enclosed areas are prone to trapping dangerous radon gas. In Evergreen, CO, a homeowner noticed consistently high radon levels, especially during winter, using a radon detector. After seeing a recommendation from a neighbor on Next-door, they reached out to Purple Mountain Radon for help. The home, built into a steep hillside and featuring a new addition with a crawlspace, had radon levels exceeding 4.0 pCi/L. While the homeowner chose to delay encapsulating the crawlspace, we installed a sub-slab depressurization system to effectively reduce radon levels. This custom solution helps protect the home, overcoming the unique challenges of its hillside location. Ready to make your home safer? Reach out to Purple Mountain Radon today!

Crawlspace suction point before and after.