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Do I Need a Crawl Space Encapsulation?
Is crawl space encapsulation necessary for radon mitigation? The short answer is YES. My previous post on radon testing explains that crawl space homes can have elevated levels of radon in the living area. But how do you actually mitigate a crawl space? The method is simple and sensical, but sometimes people grapple with crawl space…
Read MoreRadon: Does It Matter When I Test?
It’s summer, you just purchased your dream home, and the inspection passed with flying colors. No major structural issues, no electrical or plumbing headaches to deal with, and your radon test came back low. Does this mean you never have to worry about radon mitigation? The answer to that question may surprise you. Seasonal changes…
Read MoreRadon Testing: Is Your Home a Radon House?
Thinking of testing your home for radon? Testing for radon these days is much more simple and accurate than in the past. There are a variety of testing devices available (see our recommended radon measurement devices!) that are easy to understand and user-friendly. Should I test for radon? YES! One of the most important things…
Read MoreRadon & Real Estate: Contracts, Closing Dates and More
The home buying and selling process is moving at a rapid pace. Houses are flying off the market in Middle Tennessee; many buyers and sellers are eager to close as quickly as possible. The demands of Increasingly tight closing deadlines can make completing repair request updates to the home difficult. About 85% of my…
Read MorePassive Systems: A Double-Edged Sword
Passive Systems: A Double-Edged Sword What is a passive radon system? Basically, it’s a radon mitigation system without the fan. Passive and active systems are exactly the same except one has a fan and one doesn’t. The beauty of a passive system is that, if installed correctly, a fan can be easily attached making it…
Read MoreWhat’s Under Your Slab?
When you’ve drilled into as many slabs as I have, you learn that not every house has the same material under the concrete pad. Have you ever even considered what’s under your house? In other words, what did the builder do before the slab was poured? The answer is – It could be one of…
Read MoreFirst Post! Some background on myself and what I do!
I’m John Ottwein, also known as The Radon Guy! I’ve been installing radon systems for over ten years. Way back in 2008 I started my first radon mitigation company in the St. Louis area, putting some of my real estate and construction background to better use. 2008 was probably the worst time to start a…
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