Lifetime radon mitigation is a simple process that will decrease the amount of radon entering your home. Radon mitigation is usually successful on the first try, but in some cases, additional work is required. If you suspect a problem with radon in your home, contact the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for advice. They can provide a list of registered contractors who will be able to help you.

What is the most common method of radon mitigation?

Radon is a naturally occurring gas produced from uranium decay. It rises through soil and bedrock and seeps into buildings via foundations and subfloor levels. As a result, radon levels need to be reduced to safe levels. Radon testing can help identify the problem and determine remediation options. To ensure that radon levels have been effectively reduced, a post-remediation test should be done to measure the results. This should be done at least every two years.

Radon mitigation involves sealing up any cracks in the foundation and redirecting the gas outside. The most common radon mitigation method is a sub-slab depressurization system. The system uses a fan and PVC pipe to remove the radon in the soil. This system disperses the radon gas quickly and safely.

The EPA recommends that homeowners test for radon and remediate if they have detected any high levels of the gas. Radon is more likely to enter a home when windows are closed or air circulation is reduced. The EPA suggests that mitigation should be carried out if radon levels are 4 picocuries per liter or more. However, even homes that fall below this level should be remedied.