Alder Creek Radon Gas Pros is your source for DIY Radon Testing & Mitigation products and information.
Contact us to order DIY Test Kits, Certified Tests, and Mitigation Systems.
We can provide accurate DIY Radon Test Kits conveniently shipped to you.
Site visits ensure your Radon Mitigation System Design will be effective.
For those looking to install their Radon Mitigation System themselves.
Radon gas is an invisible, odorless threat that can accumulate in homes and workplaces, posing serious health risks. Just as smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are essential for safety, testing for radon is a crucial step in protecting your indoor air quality.
At Alder Creek Radon Gas Pros, we offer C-NRPP-approved DIY Radon Test Kits that provide accurate, reliable results. These kits are available for order and can be shipped directly to you.
If you want to install the Radon Mitigation System yourself, instead of hiring a certified professional, you can contact us to complete a site visit and the Calculations & Communications Test (very important) to properly size the blower system for your particular home or business.
There is a fee for this process but, this can make your personal system work most effectively. There are many factors to consider when planning out where to install a system and where to exit the building with the exhaust of the system.
Once you have completed thorough testing of radon levels throughout your building and designed an effective Radon Mitigation System for your needs, you can choose to install the mitigation system yourself.
For those interested in do-it-yourself (DIY) radon mitigation, we offer a selection of high-quality products designed to help you effectively monitor and reduce radon levels.
At Alder Creek Radon Gas Pros, transparency and ensuring your safety is our utmost priority which we extend to our DIY Radon Mitigation products and services.
We can offer Certified Tests for homes and commercial properties, but for the economically minded person we can mail out test devices to the DIY market.
High levels of Radon Gas exist all over Canada. You cannot smell, taste or see this gas. The only way to know if you have elevated levels of radon is to test the air of the home. Radon Gas is easy to test for and in most cases we can mitigate the issue in one day.
For accurate testing conditions you are required to to ensure windows and doors are closed, except for regular entry and exit purposes. Do not use the clothes dryer, window air conditioner units, bathroom fans or cook top fans if possible. Do not use a wood burning stove or fireplace unless this is the main heat source of the home. The regular use of the furnace and central air is fine.
Once you receive the package with the test device, open it immediately and record the start date and time. You can follow the instructions provided with your device to commence with the test as quickly as possible. After the completion of the test, stop the test by closing the top of the unit, record the date and time and return the test to our facility as quickly as possible. Failing to activate and close the test devices promptly could make the results invalid.
If the results of your Radon test come back higher than the action levels recommended by Health Canada, or you just want to lower the levels of Radon exposure to your family or employees the following process will be:
Step 1: Site Visit
Alder Creek will take a look at your home as to the type of construction, foundation type, basement floor slab and finishes of this area. The presence of a sump pit, water table under the home and size of the foot print.
We will need to know the details of your Radon test, such as the level of Radon tested and the duration of the Radon test conducted.
Step 2: Communications Test
Once this information is gathered we will set up a time to visit the site to complete a Communication test to determine the permeability of the soils under the floor slab. This will give us the information to determine the soils and other obstructions which can affect the ability to move air under the slab. This will give us the ability to determine the system of choice to for the mitigation of Radon from your home.
Communication Testing of Slab: $800.00 + HST
Complete Mitigation Systems: starting from $1200.00 + HST and up from there (completely depending on the accessibility and type of system).
Step 3: The Process
A 5″ hole will be drilled through the concrete floor slab, (usually in a mechanical room). Soils from under the slab are removed to create a suction pit for the extraction fan. In different areas of the floor slab a 1/4″ hole will be drilled through the slab. A vacuum will then be attached to the larger hole (main port of extraction). The pressure differential from the small holes and the main port will let us gauge the air volume that can be moved from one area to another under the floor slab. If there is no connectivity from any ports to the main vacuum port, sometimes another point of extraction may need to be drilled in the floor slab. This can happen when the soils under the slab are extremely solid sub soils or obstacles like a grade beam. At this point we can determine the design for a (SSD) sub slab depressurization system.
Travel charges may apply in some cases.
To ensure you receive the right solution for your needs, we encourage direct communication with our team. Please contact us to discuss product options and pricing.
We offer free delivery within the Waterloo Region, making it convenient for you to obtain the necessary tools for radon mitigation.
Contact Us:
Phone: (519) 742-1114
Email: info@acradongaspros.ca
While DIY solutions can be effective for monitoring and minor mitigation, it’s essential to understand their limitations compared to professional services. For more information on the differences between DIY and professional radon mitigation, consider reading this article.
Cost-Effective: Generally more affordable than professional services.
Immediate Action: Allows homeowners to address minor issues promptly.
Accuracy Concerns: DIY test kits may lack the precision of professional equipment, and DIYers may lack attention to factors such as windows and fans.
Limited Effectiveness: Complex radon issues may require advanced techniques beyond DIY capabilities.
Expertise: Certified professionals bring experience and specialized knowledge.
Comprehensive Solutions: Advanced equipment and techniques to address complex radon problems effectively.
Higher Cost: Professional services involve greater investment but offer long-term peace of mind.
Radon exposure poses significant health risks, including lung cancer. Whether you choose a DIY approach or opt for professional assistance, taking action to monitor and mitigate radon levels is crucial. At Alder Creek Radon Gas Pros, we’re committed to supporting you in creating a safe and healthy living environment.
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