Protecting What Matters: Radon Reduction System for New Homeowners with Kids

After purchasing their new home, this young family didn’t hesitate to prioritize safety—especially with small children in the house. A recent radon test revealed elevated levels, and they quickly chose mitigation to protect their health.

Our team installed a 2-point radon mitigation system, centrally placed near the north and south foundation walls. With no sump to work around and an unfinished basement, the installation was efficient and clean. Exhaust was routed discreetly out the back of the home, keeping both function and appearance in mind.

Peace of mind starts with a healthy home—and these new homeowners made a smart first move toward long-term protection.

This couple were genuinely nice. The husband used to farm and then worked in IT. They have an acreage and had been concerned with radon for a long time as they believe his mom died from radon lung cancer. He installed a mitigation system himself back in the late 80s at this house, but he is not that confident if it was effective. The fan is in the basement ceiling and vents right outside the basement door about 7' above the concrete. He said the fans still run. It draws from the sump pit which also has plumbing and line and something else that lead to it. Sealed up and not accessible. The team had some discussions with the husband about options to utilize for a new extraction point if that's possible instead of near footing in that room. Two chambers, there's a large addition that is finished upstairs with a workshop below with a garage door. The installation turned out fine and he was happy that he spoke to a radon professional!

High Radon Levels in Pella, Iowa

This is an interesting layout as homeowner has elevated radon levels so needed two points in their utility room. The closet is where homeowner would like us to talk the interior system in. Piping will most likely go through the right-hand side of the closet - she agreed with that. Looked the access in the garage and there is room for us to come up through the ceiling but there is plywood on the left-hand side when looking up in the attic. We are going to need to core through that plywood through the small Eve section of the house to vent it up and around the roof line. Everything was done perfectly and set of expectations were met with the homeowner.

Neighboring Installations: Radon System & Duct Cleaning for Local Homeowner

Just down the road from the curb, this homeowner is taking a two-step approach to healthier air. With a radon mitigation system scheduled for May 30 and duct cleaning on June 5, they’re addressing both invisible threats—radon and airborne contaminants. Due to the layout of the basement, a 3-point extraction system is required. A sump pit located under the stairs will also be properly sealed to ensure full system performance. A video walkthrough has been uploaded to CompanyCam for reference, showing ideal extraction locations.

By planning ahead and tackling both radon and duct concerns, this homeowner is making smart moves for a healthier, safer living environment.

Radon Mitigation Installed for Newborn Baby

Kenzie and her husband just had a baby girl 2 weeks ago and bought the house about a year ago. A previous charcoal test kit (radon test) came back with levels of 11, our Eco Blue Monitor was showing a 5.5 but near an exterior door and window. The home had a mostly-finished basement and an inaccessible crawlspace. They didn't have a sump pit, so the best option to do was a sub slab extraction point in closet of guest room on backside of house and core through wall to exit, place fan and run up and around soffit. They have two friendly dogs, a golden retriever and golden doodle. Kenzie was very nice, as was her mom who was there helping with the baby. Everything went smooth as silk! Clients are happy!