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Home Insulation & Air Duct Repair Services You Can Trust in Elkton
Lawson Home Services is an authorized dealer of the nationally renowned Dr. Energy Saver network of the best energy-conservation contractors across the country. We are not just a contractor company, we specialize in helping you understand your home's current energy efficiency, suggest repairs, and we also do the work! You'll receive the maximum energy and cost-saving results with the least amount of hassle.
Home Insulation & Air Sealing
Does your home feel too hot in the summer or cold in the winter? Are your heat and air conditioning constantly running to keep your home at a comfortable temperature? If so, odds are your home is in need of an insulation upgrade. At Lawson Home Services, we specialize in home insulation and air sealing services that can help improve the energy efficiency of your home. We offer a variety of insulation services including rigid foam, blown-in. cellulose, fiberglass, radiant barrier, and much more. We understand that using the right type of insulation is only half of the equation, and because of this, we can insulate your entire home including the attic, basement, walls, garage, and much more. If your home is in need of an insulation upgrade, contact the experts at Lawson Home Services today for a FREE quote, we fix uncomfortable homes!
Custom Home Energy Audits
The best way to determine what the cause of your home's inefficiencies are is by performing a home energy audit. Our custom home energy audit can help us discover the root cause for your home's issues, and while we are going through the house, we can figure out what solutions we can use to permanently fix this. Before we start going through the home, we will sit down with you to see what your primary concerns are, and we will make these issues a priority. Once we have completed the audit, we will talk with you again to go over the results and our findings. Based on what we uncover, we will make recommendations to fix your home and create a more energy-efficient environment you and your family will enjoy for years to come! Contact us today for a home energy consultation.
Radon Testing & Mitigation
Radon is a naturally occurring invisible & odorless gas that can have a big impact on the air quality of your home. Radon is also the second leading cause of lung cancer after cigarette smoke. High levels of radon gas are commonly found throughout Delaware & E. Shore Maryland and because radon gas cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted the only way to ensure that you and your family are not affected by this dangerous gas is to have one of our experts visit your home and perform proper testing. Radon testing is the fastest & most effective way to ensure the safety of your family. Depending on the results of the test, Lawson Home Services can offer several radon mitigation solutions that will limit exposure to the gas and also ventilate it away from your home. Our radon mitigation methods are highly successful and we always stand behind our work! To learn more about radon gas mitigation and testing call or click today!
Why They Needed a Radon Mitigation System:
The Elkton homeowner initially discovered potential dangers of radon exposure through online research. Learning about the effectiveness of radon mitigation systems sparked a conversation about their indoor air quality and the potential health risks. The homeowner had concerns about elevated radon levels in their home, prompting the need for a mitigation system.
Why They Chose Lawson Home Services:
The homeowner chose Lawson for several reasons:
- Research Focus: Their online research prioritized finding a company with a proven track record for both accurate testing and effective mitigation.
- Certified Professionals: Lawson's team of certified radon inspectors and mitigation contractors stood out, demonstrating expertise and professionalism.
- Confidence in Expertise: The homeowner's confidence in Lawson's knowledge and commitment to a professional installation process sealed the deal.
What's Causing the Problem:
Radon gas naturally occurs in the soil and can seep into homes through cracks or foundation gaps. Without a mitigation system, these elevated radon levels can pose health risks. The homeowner's concern about radon exposure prompted them to reach out to Lawson Home Services.
How We Fixed the Problem (Mitigation Process):
- Initial Consultation: Likely involved discussing concerns, explaining the process, and potentially conducting preliminary testing.
- Professional Installation: Lawson's certified mitigation contractors handled the system installation.
- Post-Mitigation Testing: A crucial step to verify the effectiveness of the mitigation system and ensure safe radon levels.
What's Unique About This Situation:
The homeowner's initial skepticism about radon mitigation is somewhat unique. However, their proactive approach of researching both the dangers of radon and potential solutions highlights the importance of awareness. Lawson's ability to address these concerns and provide a comprehensive solution is also noteworthy.
This Elkton, MD homeowner reported the rooms were all cold and drafty in the winter. We found what is typical of homes built up into the 1970s:
- Original fiberglass batt insulation that has compressed to approximately 3" over the years, and likely yields an R-Value of 9 or less
- 1960s fiberglass typically has 60 years of accumulated dirt, dust, dead insects, and possibly droppings from mice or squirrels. You can see all of this in the photographs.
- Attics built in this era were unsealed in places where wiring and plumbing penetrate the tops of walls into attics, as well as around light fixtures, wall junctions, chimney chases, and pull-down attic access stairs. We found all of these problems (and more) in this home.
Dr. Energy Saver recommends:
- Removal of the nasty old insulation and a thorough cleaning of the attic floor.
- Complete air sealing of all wiring and plumbing penetrations, and top plate wall junctions with expandable foam.
- Installation of air tight protective ceiling lighting fixtures covers
- Installation of a sealed and insulated attic Pull-down Stair Hatch Cover
- Installing 17" of TruSoft™ Loose Cellulose which increases the R-value of the attic to 60 (an R Value increase of more than 500%)
The Environmental Protection Agency recommends taking action to reduce radon levels inside the home whenever the levels reach 2.0 pCi/l or above. Imagine how alarmed this homeowner must have been when radon levels inside her Elkton, MD home were found to be 7.4 pCi/l.
Gabrielle was concerned for good reason, since radon exposure is responsible for 15% of all lung cancer. The EPA has estimated that a level of 4.0 pCi/l in a home has the same effect on the lungs of the occupants as smoking a pack of cigarettes per day. This woman was being subjecting to almost twice that level. Lawson Home Services installed a radon mitigation system in the basement of this home.
Although there are pockets of areas all throughout the Delmarva Peninsula, R\radon levels are particularly high in the northern parts. Consider having your home tested for radon, especially if you live in this region.
