As radon awareness continues to grow, more and more homeowners are taking the necessary steps to ensure that their family is safe from this cancer-causing gas. Radon is odorless and tasteless, so it’s hard to tell if your home has a problem. It is best to bring in an expert who has the proper tools to measure the radon levels in your home. Whether levels are high or not, it is a good idea to be proactive and take the necessary steps to ensure the health of your family. There are several techniques for radon remediation, and it’s best to do your research to decide which is best for your home and family.
Using sealant to seal up the crack and other openings in your home’s foundation is a good place to start battling high radon levels. It limits the flow of radon into your home, helping other reduction techniques work more effectively and save on cost. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, sealing is not enough to protect your home from high radon levels on its own. Because it is difficult finding and permanently sealing all the spots properly, it is recommended to hire a professional with vast experience.
Heat recovery ventilation is another technique that helps radon remediation. HVR is designed to increase ventilation, which will reduce the radon levels in your house. An HVR works by increasing ventilation to bring in the outdoor air while using the heated or cooled air being exhausted to cool or warm the incoming air. They can be designed to use throughout your home, but it is most effective at reducing radon levels when it’s only used to ventilate the basement. HVR’s are also known to improve the air in homes by getting rid of other indoor pollutants. The drawback, however, is that the system does tend to increase heating and cooling cost. There are many other techniques as well.
It’s best to discuss the different options with a professional contractor who has the experience to come up with the best plan that would suit your home and situation.
