This home was like an antique that you see in movies and the homeowner wants to have the ERV installed in the basement. The basement is an old cellar, likely original dirty-like floor and some of the crawlspace areas weren't really accessible to seal going to the ERV route. Her radon levels were ticked up so that brought the concern for this. The team was able to figure a route near the HVAC system and there was an outlet so everything worked out the way it should be. 

This family needed an active passive system to protect their health and home. They have been watching the news and radon exposure was becoming evident as it results to lung cancer if left unmitigated. They made the decision to get a radon mitigation installation from Radon Defense Midwest. 

As this commercial construction commenced, Radon Defense Midwest joined forces to fortify the building's foundation against unseen dangers. With precision and expertise, they installed vapor matting, spanning an impressive 800 feet. Each roll laid down with care, forming a protective barrier against radon infiltration. As the sun set, the site glimmered with promise, safeguarded by the diligent work of Radon Defense Midwest. Amidst the hustle and bustle, a safer future took shape, thanks to their commitment to ensuring the health and well-being of all who would inhabit the towering structure.

Crawlspace Encapsulation Done in Ashland, Nebraska

The crawlspace is a superman in style and had minor rubble but hopefully it was manageable. It's just more than 2' wide and only 13' long. Just tight to get in and there's busted cinder blocks to take out. Don't let cats in the utility room...they have multiple rescues that like to go on recon missions. Lol

Mitigating a Family Home with History

This ranch home tested at 11.5 pCi/L, and while the structure holds decades of family history, it also presents unique challenges. The original porch was enclosed to create a finished living space, but the crawlspace beneath remains inaccessible—making radon level warranties difficult.

The basement is mostly finished, except for a small HVAC room. The homeowner’s grandfather added the basement in the 1970s and later installed interior drain tile, though the sump pump is located outside. With uncertainty about where the tile runs, our team plans to extract near the plumbing stack and tie into the system if accessible.

Routing will go through the rim joist, with the homeowner assisting by relocating the water softener basin ahead of time.