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Iowa Radon Mitigation and Testing for New Homes

Radon Mitigation, Radon Testing,

Radon in New Homes

Living RoomWhat is the first thing you should do if you found radon in your new home? First, AmeriServ Mitigation Iowa will come to your aid. For Iowa radon mitigation and testing for new homes, we provide the best mitigation service. Many new homeowners never consider testing their  house for radon. Homeowners have many options to consider like how many  bedrooms their house should have and the size of the basement. Homeowners never think about a silent killer lurking in their home.

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. It  is a radioactive gas that is produced from uranium found in rocks and  soil. As the uranium breaks down, radon emits particles in the air that  we breathe. As we inhale these particles, it alters the DNA cells. This  can eventually cause lung cancer. Radon is not a health risk if it is  outdoors. It only becomes dangerous when it is trapped indoors.

What are basic steps to follow when buying a new home? First, check your area’s radon potential. Find out if radon is high in the geographical  area. If the homes are built in a high radon location, they should be  built with radon resistant features. Second, install a radon reduction  system. Your builder should install a radon reduction system. Obtain free  copies of the EPA’s Model Standards. Make sure your builder knows the radon-resistant materials. Third, remember to test your home. Every new home should be tested. The test kits can be purchased at your local  hardware store. If radon levels are still high, Environmental Protection Agency recommends a second  test before fixing a radon problem because radon levels naturally  fluctuate. Radon levels at 4pCi/L are considered to be dangerous.

Radon mitigation is a process that removes radon levels in your home to  the outside. We can install a Iowa radon mitigation system in your home. After  your home tests positive for radon several times, we will find a system  that fits your home. There are several techniques to redirect the radon  gas out of your home. We create suction points by drilling a hole in the  foundation. A PVC pipe is connected through this hole to use as a vent  for the radon gas. A fan is used to increase air flow in the right  direction. The mitigation system is usually installed in the attic.

At AmeriServ Radon Mitigation Iowa, our professionals are your Iowa radon mitigation service. We will test your mitigation system. For Iowa radon mitigation and testing for new homes, call us today. We will provide you with the radon removal  process that your home needs.

Radon Testing for your Home Warranty

Radon Testing,

Home Warranty Radon Testing

Whether you are a home owner or business owner, at one time or another you are probably going to want a radon testing from our radon mitigation Iowa service team.  Radon safety is especially important in Iowa, due to the fact that the soil in Iowa is rich with radium and uranium.  Radon gas is caused by the natural decay of these two elements. It enters homes through foundation cracks, sump pumps, pipes, and holes. Being odorless and colorless it can be impossible to tell whether or not your home has radon inside of it.  This is why it is so important to call a professional.  5 out 7 homes have traces of radon. At AmeriServ, we can be your radon mitigation Iowa service provider.

Radon Testing in Iowa

Your home is a gathering place for family and friends.  It should be a safe place to relax and spend time, so it is very important to have your home checked for radon.  If you are buying a new home, make sure it is tested for radon. If your home has never been tested for radon, or not for a while, call us to check the present level.

Whether you need your home or business tested, we have you covered. We specialize in testing for radon levels. And if high radon levels are found, we are able to help you control them.

Before we arrive to test the levels, the windows in your home must be closed for a minimum of 48 hours. This helps with accuracy of our measurements.  Our professional equipment will monitor the levels of radon in your house for about 48 hours. After the testing, we will let you know if your home is safe or not. If the radon levels exceed 4.0 pCi/L, we will be able to help with radon mitigation Iowa home.