Trusted Home Insulation & Radon Mitigation Contractor Serving Millsboro, DE

Laurie from Millsboro, DE noticed that her dryer was taking longer to dry clothes and seemed to be overheating. Concerned about the potential fire hazards and inefficiency, she contacted Lawson Home Services for a professional dryer vent cleaning.

Our team quickly assessed the situation and found a significant buildup of lint and debris in the dryer vent. This accumulation was not only affecting the dryer's efficiency but also increasing the risk of a fire.

We performed a thorough cleaning of the dryer vent, removing all the lint and debris. As a result, Laurie’s dryer now operates more efficiently, with reduced drying times and lower energy consumption. The cleaning also significantly reduced the fire risk, giving Laurie peace of mind.

At Lawson Home Services, we emphasize the importance of regular dryer vent maintenance. Our professional cleaning services not only enhance dryer efficiency but also improve home safety by preventing potential fire hazards.

Leaky ducts result in energy wastage, as conditioned air escapes before reaching its intended space. This inefficiency leads to higher utility bills and excessive energy consumption. A leaky duct causes uneven air distribution throughout the home, causing hot and cold spots on different sides of the house.

A homeowner from Millsboro, DE, approached us with the concern that his mom's room is consistently colder in winter, and they have to rely on portable heaters to maintain an adequate temperature. 

After a thorough audit, our professionals identified that the home had a leaky duct, measuring the initial leakage range of 147 CFM25 = 27.7 sq. in. hole. To effectively address this issue, we recommended duct cleaning followed by duct sealing with Aeroseal technology, a highly innovative process that not only seals leaks but also optimizes airflow, improving the efficiency of the home's heating system. These proactive measures are proven to boost energy efficiency and create a healthier living environment. Post the Aeroseal treatment the final leakage test range drastically reduced to 6CFM25 = 1.2 sq. in. hole increasing the system efficiency to 95.5%. 

The homeowner saw a significant improvement in energy efficiency, leading to lower utility bills and a reduced carbon footprint inside the home. At Lawson Home Services, we don't just fix problems; we create solutions that enhance lives.

The wise homeowner of this Millsboro, DE home is well aware of the dangers of radon gas accumulation inside the home and wants to take the necessary steps to reduce the risk for himself and the occupants of his home. 

He contacted Lawson Home Services, the number one company for radon mitigation on the Delmarva Peninsula, and asked them to give him a quote on installing a radon mitigation system in his home. We think he'll be very satisfied with the quote and hopefully work will begin. The sooner the better. 

Radon is responsible for 15% of all cases of lung cancer. Unacceptably high levels of radon occurs inside one in every fourteen American homes. Surely you don't want to gamble that your home is not one of them. Call Lawson Home Services and find out.

It would be a shame if any Delaware homeowner missed the opportunity to have their home evaluated by an Energize Delaware Audit. At this time (Dec 2023) these audits are almost entirely subsidized by Energize Delaware, resulting in a cost of just $50 to the homeowner ($25 if you are military or a first responder). These government subsidized programs aren't always going to be available so you should to act now. There are so many reasons why.

If you knew you were going to be spending $10,000 over the next for electricity and gas anyway, and rather than giving it to the utilities company you could instead spend it on your house, be more comfortable, and have healthier indoor air quality, wouldn't you do that?

An energy audit will provide you a plan to do just that. The energy auditor will conduct an inspection of your home and conduct a few tests. That information gathered during the audit is then entered into the technical software employed by Energize Delaware which then computes all the information. A report is generated which can help the homeowner understand exactly the most effective measures to install, and showing how long it will take for the investment to pay for itself. It will also compute projections showing the savings that are likely to result over the next 20 years. Have a look at the picture below for a sample of an audit recently conducted at this home in Millsboro, DE. That's information this homeowner can bank on! 

So why not call Lawson Home Services to schedule an Energize Delaware Energy Audit. The $50 you spend could result in thousands of dollars of savings, improve the value and comfort of your home, and improve the health of the home occupants. 

Most dryer duct clean out jobs are fairly straightforward like this one. Although the before picture doesn't look nearly as bad as many of the dirty dryer ducts our technician runs across, it was substantially blocking the flow of air. This increases dryer run times and runs up utility bills in a hurry. You don't need that. 

In addition to the clean out, our technician found something that is fairly common, a split flex hose. These hoses are pretty thin and often get crimped in between the back of the dryer and the wall, causing the hose to split apart like this one did. The warm moist air spews out onto the floor and wall, leaving moisture to condense and form puddles. It can also put a lot of sneeze causing dust in the air. These repairs are fairly quick and inexpensive.
We're pretty busy this time of year with dryer clean outs. So you'd better call Lawson Home Services and let us schedule for a clean out next time we are in your town. 

Radon is serious. It can strike without warning. Suddenly someone gets a lung cancer diagnosis - a big surprise to a person who never smoked cigarettes, nor ever lived with a smoker.

Radon lurks like a silent killer, often hanging out in your basement. It is odorless, colorless, and worst of all RADIOACTIVE.  It decays into radioactive particles that team up with the dust in your house. You breathe it in and it lodges in your lungs and begins altering your DNA. That's how cancer happens. 

The good new is: there is something all homeowners can do. The first and most important thing is to get your home tested, preferably by a reliable company that specializes in radon testing and mitigation.

Lawson Home Services is Delaware's number one leading expert in radon testing and mitigation. We employ the only certified radon compliance inspector in the state of Delaware. With Lawson's you can trust that you've chosen the best to protect you and your loved ones from the deadly exposure to radon gas. Call us today to schedule a radon test in your home. If the tests show you are in the zone for action then Lawson's can also install your mitigation system.