Clarke County Radon Testing & Mitigation

A homeowner in the Westgate Park subdivision of Athens called us after doing a radon test in his home that came back over 4 pCi/L. They purchased the home 3 years ago and it already had a radon mitigation system installed and wanted to know if the system was working properly. The basement was almost completely finished and one of the family members slept in the basement.

We inspected the system and the fan was functional but the operating pressure was 2.5" WC. The manufacturer's maximum recommended operating pressure is 2.3" WC and their fan curve shows that the typical airflow at 2.4" WC is 0 CFM. The fan was on, but it was not removing any soil gas. The data tag left by the installer showed that the system was installed this way. The system had never worked properly, was causing excessive wear on the fan motor, and was using more energy than was necessary.

Our customer requested a radon test using a continuous radon monitor. We ran a 7-day test and the average was 7.9 pCi/L. 

Since we did not install the system we recommended diagnostics and pressure field extension testing before we designed a solution. This can include digging a larger pit, adding an extraction point, and/or replacing the fan. 

If you have a radon system installed in your home, make sure you conduct a retest every two years. If you suspect that the system is not working properly, call us to inspect your radon mitigation system.

Josh A called us to see if we could install a radon mitigation system in a home he was trying to sell and get a clear test result in 10 days. Of course! That's what we do!

Athens, GA has a hot real estate market and Josh's home went under contract quickly. The prospective buyer had a radon test with their home inspection that resulted in an average radon level of 8.2 pCi/L. They almost walked but their REALTOR assured them that this was not difficult to correct. They requested a radon mitigation system and a radon test that demonstrated average levels below the EPA action level before their closing, two weeks later. 

This kind of situation is very stressful for both buyers and sellers and we knew we could help get both parties to the closing table. The seller needed a responsive mitigation contractor that would deal with the issue quickly and the buyer needed a system that was guaranteed to work.

The next day we went to his home, did a thorough inspection, and designed a mitigation system. This was a slab home with a completely finished interior including new flooring throughout. Our options were limited. There were no closets or hidden spaces on the back of the home. We suggested tapping into the sub-slab in the master bedroom closet, running the piping into the garage, and up through the garage ceiling. The piping would run to the exterior through the roof over the garage. The piping in the garage would be a great location for the system manometer that shows the occupants the system is on and working.

The installation proceeded as planned. Afterward, a continuous radon monitor was set with a 24 hour delay to make sure the home returned to closed-house conditions. (Many mitigators recommend waiting 5-7 days but this is rarely necessary.) Despite having severe weather during the entire post-mitigation test, we were able to reduce the average radon level to 0.6 pCi/L.

Don't let high radon levels derail your real estate transaction!

For a free no cost, no obligation estimate, call today to schedule at 1-706-389-9603

A concerned homeowner contacted Georgia Healthy Homes because he had some indoor air quality concerns at his home in Athens, GA. After installing an indoor air quality monitor in his home, he because concerned about high levels of CO2 when they were cooking. The kitchen exhaust fan was of little use because it did not vent to the exterior. They also had radon levels that were not above the EPA action level but high enough to be a concern.

The home was an older home with multiple foundation types. Installing a radon mitigation system was possible but would have been difficult. Given that there were multiple indoor air quality concerns, we offered fresh air ventilation using an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) as a comprehensive solution.

After installing the ERV the family immediately noticed an improvement in the indoor air quality. After continuously monitoring the air for a week, they were pleased to see a reduction in the CO2 levels in the home as well as the radon levels.

If you have Indoor Air Quality concerns, no matter what they are, give Georgia Healthy Homes a call. We can design a solution that works for you and guarantee results.

Ryan. H of Athens, GA was referred to Georgia Healthy Homes by his home inspection service after a high radon reading on a test done during his home inspection. Wanting to make sure his home was safe for him and his family, Ryan reached out to Georgia Healthy Homes to evaluate his home for radon mitigation. 

Craig Shane surveyed Ryan's basement for the best extraction point in the slab and recommend the right-sized fan appropriate for removing the excess radon from the home. Craig decided that having Trent Jones and Zach Tully install an Eagle fan would accomplish the job of getting Ryan's radon levels below the EPA's recommended 4pCi/l. 

With Ryan's radon levels now below the EPA's recommended threshold, he can rest easy knowing his home is safe for him and his family. If you think your home has high radon levels call your local radon mitigation experts at Georgia Healthy Homes. 

Michele of Athens reached out to Georgia Healthy Homes to help solve the high levels of radon in his North Georgia home. With his levels well over the EPA's recommended mitigation threshold at 5.2, Michele found the right radon mitigation company for the job. 

A free at-home inspection was scheduled with Craig Shane to work with Michele on the best possible solution to lowering the radon levels in his home.  After explaining the mitigation process to Michele, an appointment for installation was scheduled within the week. 

Our radon technician Trent was dispatched to install Michele's radon mitigation. Within days, Machele's radon levels were lowered and she could rest assured that her home was a healthy one. 

If you believe you have high radon levels, give Georgia Healthy Homes a call today!

Torie contacted Georgia Radon Defense after discovering that the radon levels in her home were over the EPA's action limit of 4.0 pCi/L. Our estimator, Craig Shane, was able to go out to the property just a few days later for a free estimate appointment to devise a mitigation plan for her home. Later, our technician, Trent Jones, successfully installed the radon mitigation system. Follow-up testing revealed that the after mitigation test results came back at 2.7 pCi/L! 

If you have elevated radon levels in your home, give Georgia Radon Defense a call today at 1-706-389-9603. 

A previous customer reached out to Georgia Radon Defense with a request to install two Breathe EZ Air Cleaners in her HVAC units. These are carbon-infused electronic air cleaners are designed to filter out particles, including radon-decay products, mold spores, viruses, bacteria, and dust mites. Each filter is custom-made to ensure a perfect fit in each HVAC unit. After receiving the filters from the manufacturer, our skilled field technicians, Trent and Adorian, promptly installed them. Additionally, they preemptively taught the homeowner how to change out the replacement media so that they would be prepared when the time came. 

If you are interested in increasing your indoor air quality with our Breathe EZ Air Cleaners, contact us today at 1-706-389-9603! 

Joel contacted Georgia Radon Defense to conduct a radon test at his home. Having had mitigation installed two years prior, he wanted to ensure that his levels hadn't spiked. Recognizing the importance of regular testing, especially after mitigation, the EPA recommends testing your home every two years. 

Fortunately, the radon test results revealed that Joel's levels were at 2.1 pCi/L, well below the EPA's action limit of 4.0 pCi/L. With this low reading, Joel can continue to breathe easily in his home. 

If your home needs radon testing, don't hesitate to contact Georgia Radon Defense!