Once you have discovered that your home has high levels of Radon, it is now the time to invest in a Radon Mitigation System. The Environmental Protection Agency does recommend that you hire a qualified and certified Radon Mitigation Contractor to help you choose which reduction method will work best for your home. The EPA recommends a qualified contractor since they must deal with high radioactive levels of Radon and with that you will need technical knowledge and a skilled professional.
By choosing to go ahead and try the repair yourself could actually raise the level of Radon without the proper equipment. You will most likely incur a higher cost than that of a qualified professional. Like having any other home repair done, it would be a good idea to have several estimates from several companies. The reason for this is not just who has the best prince but what methods will they use to get the job done.
Before hiring a contractor make sure that they have proof of state certification or certification credentials. You will want to see proof of license and insurance as well. You will also want a guarantee in the reduction of the 4 pCi/L Radon levels and for how long will the lower levels last. Most types of Radon Reduction Systems will end up causing some heat as well as air-conditioned air when the system is running. This may cause a spike in your utility bills, with this it may be a good time to look around your home and see how you can compensate for the extra costs.
There are several different ways where contractors will use to reduce the radon levels in your home. According to the EPA, the average house to repair will cost about $ 1200.00 for the average house but depending on which methods are used and the characteristics of the house the price range could be from $ 800 to $ 2500.00. There are alternatives such as using RadonSeal, this process will save you several hundred dollars, and the average cost of RadonSeal is $ 400 to $ 600. RadonSeal is a pray on application that is quick and fairly easy for the homeowner.
Contractors may use the Mechanical Radon Mitigation Systems; this will include covering up any open cracks that are found in ground level walls and flooring. Drain tiles can be installed surrounding the home’s foundation and it can be vented away from the house itself. This process is designed to help pull the Radon from the soil around the house and vent it away. Then there is the difficult to do Sub Slab Suction, this system will involves installing pipes underneath the house by drilling holes in the concrete slab, then a fan is used to vent the pipes from the house.
Remember do not panic if your Radon levels are high, you want to hire a contractor that knows what they are doing, has the right certification and has the best price. Follow the guidelines we provided and we can actually help you save some money in the end.