Andrew and John did a great job installing this new sump and domed covers for our customers.

Creating a Safer Radon Level for the Whole Family

After recently remodeling their lower level, this homeowner is now spending more time downstairs with family—and their kids are sleeping there too. That increased use prompted a radon inspection and revealed the need to revisit their old passive system. Originally installed alongside a sump pump and small waterproofing job, the passive system may not have been fully completed, as there’s no visible roof penetration. A vapor barrier was also added to the foundation wall, sealing the crack that previously allowed water into the space. For peace of mind, we’re upgrading the system with a powered fan, muffler, and potentially a new roof penetration. Attic access is available from the upstairs hallway to accommodate final routing.

Radon Mitigation and How it Helped

This was an old farmhouse, with its quirky layout and had elevated radon levels from 20–30, needed serious attention. The client did say they were tight on funds, the team devised a 4-point system within their budget -- for the fan setup, perfect for the short basement runs. Three points connect in a straight line, while a T-joint routes the fourth. The chambers are easy to spot— on the dog wash station, sump pump, HVAC, and the raised slab at the stair landing. Given their show dogs health protection, the homeowner insisted on a radon fan housing cover to keep curious noses away. The fan will discreetly exit at the back of the house, ensuring functionality and safety for their prized pups.

Prompt Radon Testing and Mitigation 

The customer’s neighbor had recently tested their home and discovered high radon levels. This prompted the customer to test their own property out of curiosity. To their dismay, the results were even higher than their neighbor’s. They immediately contacted a radon mitigation specialist to install a system. Once the system was operational, radon levels dropped to safe levels, and the client was grateful they had acted quickly to protect their family.

Radon Gas Remediation in Nevada, Iowa

The client, Paige was super nice and has a baking business from home and even gave the tech on duty a cupcake. She and her husband moved into house last fall. She did two charcoal test kits, one in finished space of basement was the result was between 3-5 in storage room with sump pits. At the end she expressed some concern on levels and we discussed proper testing location and the tech gave her a charcoal test kit and instructed the ideal way of testing. The two sump pits in were in an unfinished storage room. One has exterior drain tile and one has no tile. Install domed lids on both. The tech made a sub slab extraction point on side wall next to plumbing stack and route up and exit through rim joist along mid point in wall. The main concern was Paige has bad allergies and is sensitive to mold. The team checked and found out she had high humidity reading in her basement and advised to take action with the right service team. Paige was happy to know about this and satisfied how her system turned out!