Professional Radon Testing in Snellville, GA

1. Why they needed a radon mitigation system:

A Snellville, Georgia homeowner, concerned about potential health risks associated with radon gas, took action. Their radon test results came back at 5 pCi/L, which EPA recommends a radon mitigation system.

2. Why the customer chose Georgia Radon Defense:

This homeowner chose Georgia Radon Defense, a trusted partner in healthy living environments. Georgia Radon Defense's reputation for expertise and commitment to client well-being resonated with their desire for a safe and healthy home.

3. What's causing the problem:

Radon gas, a naturally occurring radioactive element, can seep into homes through cracks in the foundation, around sump pump pits, or other basement openings. Silent and odorless, radon testing is crucial for any home, regardless of age, to identify potential health risks.

4. How we fixed the problem:

Georgia Radon Defense's certified radon experts installed a sub-slab depressurization system, a proven method for mitigating radon gas. This system creates a negative pressure zone beneath the foundation, effectively drawing radon gas out of the soil and safely venting it outside the home.

5. What's unique with this situation:

This situation highlights the importance of individual awareness and proactive measures regarding radon testing and mitigation. 

Andy contacted Georgia Radon Defense after a radon test revealed levels of 12 pCi/L, three times the EPA's action limit. Timing was crucial as Andy had just started to remodel his basement, making it the best time to address his radon issue. Recognizing the urgency of his situation, we promptly dispatched our estimator, Craig, to devise a mitigation plan. 

The following week, our skilled technicians, Trent and Adorian, executed Craig's finalized plan with precision. With the mitigation system installed, Andy's levels decreased to 1.8 pCi/L allowing him to continue his basement remodel without delay. 

If you discover elevated radon levels in your home, don't hesitate to contact Georgia Radon Defense! 

Jesse contacted Georgia Radon Defense to inspect his radon mitigation system, which had been installed over 25 years ago. Committed to following the EPA's guidelines, Jesse ensures his system is inspected every two years to stay on top of any maintenance issues that can arise. We dispatched our skilled technicians, Trent and Adorian, to conduct the inspection and provide feedback.

To their surprise, Trent and Adorian found that Jesse's system was one of the most well-crafted they had ever inspected. Despite its age, the system was solidly built and devoid of any obvious flaws. As a precautionary measure, Trent and Adorain provided Jesse with a test kit just to ensure the system's continued effectiveness.

The test results were reassuring, showing that Jesse's radon levels were less than 0.9 pCi/L, well below the EPA's action limit. 

If you require an inspection for your radon mitigation system, don't hesitate to contact Georgia Radon Defense today! 

Joy reached out to Georgia Radon Defense with concerns about high levels of radon in her area of Snellville, GA. After speaking to Craig Shane about the dangers of radon and how it enters the home, Joy decided to have Georgia Radon Defense install a radon mitigation system. 

Shortly after reaching out, an appointment was set for Zach Tully and Trent Jones to install a radon mitigation system for Joy. The install went according to plan and now Joy can rest easy knowing that her home was radon proof. 

If you live in the Snellville area and have concerns about radon, give Georgia Radon Defense a call today.  

Dawn of Snellville, GA was trying to sell her home and had a high radon reading of 5.5 pCi/L. Before selling her home, she decided to reach out to Georgia Radon Defense to lower her radon levels below the EPA's recommended 4 pCi/L.  

After reaching out by phone, an appointment with Craig Shane was made. Craig walked Dawn through what the radon mitigation process would entail and recommended that Zach Tully and Trent Jones install an Eagle Extreme fan to expel the radioactive gas from the Snellville home. 

If you live in Snellville and think your home might have high radon levels, call Georgia Radon Defense today.

Margaret found Georgia Radon Defense through the web. She was concerned about the high levels of radon in her area of Snellville and wanted to find a professional solution to her radon worries. 

Shortly after giving them a call, Mike Leggett scheduled a home consultation with Margaret to provide the best health and safety options for her home. Because of Margaret's concern about high radon levels, Mike recommended that Zach Tully and Trent Jones install two depressurization points to better extract the radon from Margaret's home.

If you live in the Snellville area and are concerned about high radon levels, give Georgia Radon Defense a call today. 

Frequently when we go into homes to resolve radon issues we see other issues that the homeowner may not be aware of. A frequent thing we notice in basements are store-bought dehumidification systems that are improperly installed.

At a recent installation in Snellville, GA we noticed a basement dehumidifier that was draining into the sewage ejector pit. It is not uncommon to see a sump pit used for draining condensation from HVAC systems and dehumidifiers. (I'm not saying this is correct but it is somewhat accepted.) People hear this and fail to realize the distinction between a sewage ejector pit and a sump pit.

We don't see a lot of sump pits in our area. They are the solution to foundation drainage issues and the result of a rather expensive solution to a serious problem. Sewage pits are designed to remain airtight so toxic gasses can not escape. 

When we asked the homeowner about the dehumidifier she admitted that she had installed it herself, tired of draining the bucket, and then routed it to what she thought was a sump pit. We offered her the option of a system that was much more efficient, came with a factory 5-year warranty, and a condensate pump that would pump the moisture to the exterior.

If you have inefficient store-bought basement dehumidifiers, are tired of emptying the buckets, or have them draining to anywhere other than outside, give Georgia Radon Defense a call.