Before & After Photos

When a homeowner in Newark, DE, noticed elevated radon levels of 6 pCi/L in their basement, they turned to Lawson Home Services due to our strong reputation for effective solutions. The presence of a studio in their basement made addressing this issue a priority. Our team conducted a thorough installation of a radon mitigation system, significantly reducing levels to 0.7 pCi/L. We employed a long-term test kit to ensure precision throughout the process. If you're concerned about radon in your home, especially with living spaces like a basement, contact Lawson Home Services to explore how we can help you achieve a safer environment.

After seven years in their Newark, DE home, this family learned their radon level had reached 5.3 pCi/L using a consumer-grade detector. With allergy concerns in the household and a clear understanding of radon’s health risks, they didn’t want to wait any longer. They chose Lawson Home Services because expertise mattered most—and they wanted the job done right the first time. The home, built in 2002 with a sump pit and exterior drain tile, had no crawlspaces or recent additions, making it a straightforward install. Our team designed and installed a custom mitigation system that now keeps radon levels in check and gives this family peace of mind. If you've been putting off radon mitigation, now’s the time to act—let Lawson Home Services help protect what matters most.

Radon and open sump pumps.

When inspecting a home for a possible install of a radon mitigation system one of the first things we look for are open penetrations and cracks that are in the basement or crawl area.  We want to make sure our pressure barrier (the walls and floor) are sealed as tight as possible so we don’t suck conditioned air from the home and/or make our mitigation system work harder than it needs to.

Along with any cracks and floor joints we ALWAYS make sure our sump pits are securely covered and sealed as you can see.

When a daycare facility in Bear, Delaware, reached out to Lawson Home Services with concerns about radon levels, it was clear that protecting the health of the children and staff was a top priority. After carefully following all state guidelines for radon testing in child care centers, the team confirmed the need for mitigation. The center chose us because of our expertise and commitment to safety. Our crew, led by David Lawson, efficiently installed a radon mitigation system that met all state and national safety standards. With radon levels now well below the recommended limit, the daycare is a much safer environment. If you're concerned about radon in your facility, let us help reduce the risk—reach out today for a free consultation!

A radon Depressurization system was installed in this Middletown, DE home. 

Typically a hole is drilled in the concrete slab floor of a basement or crawlspace into which an air-tight fitting is installed. The fitting is connected to PVC pipe work that leads to an exhaust fan and stack that terminated above the roofline the home. The system works by creating a suction beneath the cement slab where the radon accumulated as it rises up from the soil beneath.

Though harmful levels of radon can happen anywhere, levels tend to be considerably higher in the northern part of the Delmarva Peninsula. Consider having your home tested, especially if you live in this region.