Radon Mitigation Company in Covington, GA

Our team accomplished an interesting mitigation system installation in a home with a basement that opens to a dirt crawlspace.  This is a clear example of a foundation with more than one "chamber," or area that requires its own dedicated tap to pull out radon before it can enter the home's living space.  Our technicians cored a hole in the basement slab and excavated a suction pit underneath it.  They conducted Pressure Field Extension (PFE) testing, which involves drilling holes in the slab far away from the suction pit and measuring the negative pressure to ensure radon is being pulled out from underneath the entire area of the slab.

The dirt crawlspace adjacent to the slab required its own separate suction pit.  This was accomplished using a product called a RadonWell, which is buried with concrete poured on top to create an open space with negative pressure that pulls radon out of the surrounding soil.  Both taps are routed into the same pipe, which then travels to an exhaust system powered by a specialized radon fan.  This homeowner chose an interior aesthetic system with the fan installed in the attic and vented through the roof rather than mounted on the side of the home, so the system is virtually invisible from the outside.  Photos show the pipe traveling through the main floor into the attic.

Job Story Description – Radon Mitigation in Covington, GA 30014
Dealer: Georgia Radon Defense

1. Why they needed a radon mitigation system:
   The homeowners were preparing to sell their property and needed to address elevated radon levels found during pre-listing testing in their finished basement.

2. Why the customer chose the company:
   Their real estate agent discovered Georgia Radon Defense on Google and chose the team for their fast response, solid reputation, and proven experience with pre-listing radon projects.

3. What’s causing the problem:
   Naturally occurring radon gas was seeping through the home’s foundation, causing higher concentrations in the basement area.

4. How We Fixed the Problem (Mitigation Process):

   • Provided a quick quote and scheduled the installation within a week.

   • Installed an exterior radon mitigation system designed to pull radon from beneath the foundation.

   • Connected the system to a high-performance radon fan to ensure steady ventilation.

   • Mounted a manometer for easy monitoring of system function and airflow.

   • Verified system performance to ensure radon levels were reduced and the home was ready for market.

5. What’s unique about this situation:
   The project was completed on a tight schedule to meet the seller’s real estate timeline, allowing the home to move forward confidently toward listing with radon concerns fully addressed.

1. Why they needed a radon mitigation system:
   After moving into her new home in Covington, GA, the homeowner discovered that radon levels in the basement exceeded the recommended safety threshold. Concerned for her family’s health and wellbeing, she knew a radon mitigation system was necessary.

2. Why the customer chose the company:
   The homeowner chose Georgia Radon Defense for our proven track record in providing reliable, aesthetically pleasing solutions. Our ability to install a system that blends with the home's exterior made us the ideal choice.

3. What's causing the problem:
   Elevated radon levels were detected in the finished basement area. Radon is a naturally occurring gas that can seep into homes through cracks and gaps in the foundation, posing a risk when present in high concentrations.

4. How We Fixed the Problem (Mitigation Process):

• We assessed the home’s layout and determined the best placement for the radon mitigation system.
• Installed a strategic placement pipe to draw radon from below the foundation.
• Added a radon fan with a protective cover to quietly expel the gas outside.
• Set up a manometer to monitor system performance and ensure optimal function.

5. What's unique about this situation:
   The homeowner took the proactive step of using her own radon monitor, which provided real-time readings of the gas levels. This allowed us to confirm her concerns and ensure the mitigation system was precisely tailored to her needs.

1. Why they needed a radon mitigation system:
   The homeowners discovered elevated radon levels of 6.4 pCi/L during a pre-listing inspection. With plans to sell their home in Covington, GA, it was essential to address the issue to ensure the property met safety standards and passed inspections for potential buyers.

2. Why the customer chose the company:
   The customer’s agent found us online and contacted us for a quick solution. After reviewing our reputation and the fast response time we offered, they decided to trust us with the radon mitigation process.

3. What's causing the problem:
   Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that seeps into homes through the foundation, especially in areas like finished basements. In this case, the elevated radon levels were likely due to the soil composition beneath the home, allowing the gas to accumulate and seep inside.

4. How We Fixed the Problem (Mitigation Process):

   • Provided a fast quote and timeline for installation.
   • Installed a strategic exterior base pipe to draw radon gas out from under the home.
   • Installed a radon fan to expel the gas outside, ensuring proper ventilation.
   • Monitored the system using a manometer to confirm it was operating effectively.
   • Reduced the radon levels from 6.4 pCi/L to a safe 1.2 pCi/L in under a week.

5. What's unique about this situation:
   The job was urgent because the homeowners were preparing to list the property for sale. Our ability to complete the radon mitigation quickly and efficiently, while adhering to a tight timeline, helped ensure the home was ready for market in time to meet the seller’s goals.

Tammi contacted Georgia Radon Defense shortly after moving into her recently purchased house, where a radon test during the home inspection revealed at 5.8 pCi/L. Upon discussion with the homeowner, our skilled estimator, Craig, assessed that implementing an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) would be the optimal solution to mitigate the crawlspace in the home. 

Subsequently, our experienced installer, Trent, successfully installed the ERV, effectively reducing the radon levels to 0.4 pCi/L.

If you're facing a radon problem, don't hesitate to reach out to Georgia Radon Defense! Contact us at 1-844-227-1299 for prompt assistance. 

Ruel of Covington reached out to Georgia Radon Defense to help solve the high levels of radon in her North Georgia home. With her levels well over the EPA's recommended mitigation threshold at 4.4, Ruel found the right radon mitigation company for the job. 

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

Our radon technicians Trent and Zach were dispatched to install Ruel's radon mitigation. Within days Ruel'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 Radon Defense a call today!

Doug B. called Georgia Radon Defense to install a mitigation system in his ranch home in Covington, GA. Doug initially tested his home because he has a basement apartment and thought he should to make sure the occupants were living in a healthy environment. The radon in air test results showed 20.0 pCi/L in his home. A follow-up test came in at 19 pCi/L.

We always do a site visit, a structural inspection, and ask a lot of questions before we provide any of our indoor air quality solutions. During our conversation, we learned that the home was on a drilled well. There were two other homes on the family property and neither of them had tested high. We suggested that Doug have the home's water tested for radon before we proceeded with a mitigation system.

Doug tested the water using a University of Georgia Extension laboratory. The results were shocking. The radon level in his water was 145,000 pCi/L. This previous record in Georgia was 140,000 pCi/L. 

Radon in water will contribute 1 pCi/L of radon in the air for every 10,000 pCi/L of water coming from a well. We still believe that Doug will need a radon mitigation system but first, the water must be addressed. 

Before you have a radon mitigation system installed, make sure your home has been completely assessed and you are getting the right solution to meet your indoor air quality goals. Call us today!