Photo Album: Radon Mitigation in a 2019 house in Smyrna, DE

Prioritizing Safety in Smyrna: Gary Chooses Lawson for New Home Radon Testing and Mitigation Gary, a new homeowner in Smyrna, Delaware, took a proactive approach to ensure the safety of his family before moving into their recently built home (2019). Understanding the potential for radon gas exposure, even in new construction, Gary opted for a radon test using a consumer-grade detector. The results, showing a level of 8 pCi/L, prompted him to seek professional confirmation and mitigation services, if necessary. Lawson Home Services: Expertise You Can Trust By prioritizing radon testing, Gary demonstrated a commitment to creating a healthy living environment for his family. Lawson Home Services, known for our expertise in radon mitigation, was the perfect partner for this next step. With their experience and advanced equipment, Lawson could provide a definitive assessment and ensure Gary's peace of mind. Taking Action for a Healthy Home Following Gary's initial contact, Lawson conducted a thorough inspection of his new home. This included a professional radon test to confirm the initial reading and determine the most effective mitigation strategy. Comprehensive Mitigation System Installation If the professional test confirmed elevated radon levels, Lawson would have implemented a customized mitigation system to address the issue. This multi-step process typically involves: Strategic Pipe Placement: Experts meticulously plan a network of pipes beneath the basement slab, ensuring efficient capture of radon gas with no escape route. Powerful Yet Efficient Radon Fan: A high-performance fan is installed to effectively remove radon gas while minimizing energy consumption. Manometer Monitoring: For long-term peace of mind, a manometer would be installed to continuously monitor the system's effectiveness, ensuring optimal performance. Sump Pump Pit Attention: If Gary's home had a sump pump pit, Lawson would ensure its proper sealing to prevent radon gas entry. Crack Sealing: Identified cracks in the foundation would be meticulously sealed with high-quality materials, creating a comprehensive barrier against radon intrusion. Peace of Mind Delivered Following the installation, a final radon test would be conducted to verify the system's effectiveness using the test kit that our team provided. With radon levels significantly reduced, Gary and his family could breathe easy, knowing their new home is a safe and healthy haven.