Job Stories

Evelyn first suspected something wasn't right with the air in her house when she realized how often she felt sick while at home. Concerned about her health, the Sidney homeowner contacted us about getting her home tested for radon. Sure enough, the radon level was high. We installed a two-suction point system with exterior aesthetics to reduce Evelyn's radon level without reducing the value of her home. To help ensure that the homeowner stays healthy, we also installed a Breathe EZ air cleaner for better all-around indoor air quality and made sure Evelyn felt comfortable changing her Breathe EZ filter. It's all too easy to forget about your air quality until you feel the negative impacts. Stories like Evelyn's remind us all that the air in our homes directly affects our health. Taking steps toward cleaner air like installing radon mitigation and indoor air quality controls help keep everyone in the house safe and healthy.

This was newly built commercial location intended for a school with a single classroom - mainly focused on kids. The owners wanted to make sure that every protection from harmful gases or pollutants are away from the students. A radon mitigation system was on top of their list. They were fully aware on how the radon levels go in the area so made sure they contacted Radon Defense Midwest for this installation! 

Andrew was able to get this exterior mitigation system installed for our customers as they were concerned about their radon levels in the home. They started out at a 8.10 radon reading and after this install they were well under the EPA recommendations. Way to go Andrew!

This home required a two-point radon mitigation system designed to reach both the basement and crawl space areas. With about three feet of headroom, access was the main challenge, but the homeowner’s family cleared the space beforehand to make installation smoother. One extraction point will be cored through the basement slab, with a second added in the crawl space beneath the bedrooms to help reduce humidity. The homeowner also chose an Aspen Air Purifier to further improve indoor air quality, showing a strong commitment to creating a healthier home environment.

For this lovely family, radon mitigation was one of their keys to a healthier life. After installation, they noticed an immediate improvement in their well-being, with fewer respiratory issues and a newfound sense of security in their radon-free home. They had their first radon mitigation system with us last year and wanted to install another one since they had built an extension for their home. 

Radon Mitigation and Crawlspace Sealing Transform an Older Home’s Air Quality and Comfort After struggling for months with a nagging cough, a homeowner decided to investigate the air quality in her older home. Testing revealed elevated radon levels, especially near her bedroom. With a small basement, two deep crawlspaces, and cold floors, a comprehensive plan was set in motion. A three-point mitigation system was installed — two extraction points in the crawlspaces and one through the concrete slab. The slab-on-grade section, already vented, didn’t require additional work. Crawlspaces were sealed and insulated, addressing both radon and her chilly floors. Minor debris was removed with the help of dumpsters. Beyond radon reduction, cleaning the home’s ductwork brought noticeable improvements. Today, her home feels warmer, healthier, and finally provides the peace of mind she’d been hoping for.  

A New Home, an Unexpected Risk as per Realtor A recent homebuyer never expected radon to be an issue. During a routine home inspection, their realtor recommended a radon test, just to be safe. The results revealed elevated radon levels, putting their health at risk. Wanting to protect their family, they reached out to us for a professional radon mitigation system. Our team successfully reduced the radon to safe, breathable levels. Now, this homeowner enjoys their new space with peace of mind, knowing their family is safe from this invisible, cancer-causing gas. Their experience is a reminder that every home should be tested for radon.

This is an interesting project as the layout of the home was a reno (renovation). There is a thin utility strip across the center of the basement. Half is finished and the rest is crawlspace. If you go on the left side of the utility strip, the sump pit needs to be crawled to in order to seal it up. Not a super comfortable thing to have to do but is about 8-10 feet crawl. From the outside of the home, the exit hole will need to be on the shorted park of the home toward the porch. Mainly wanted protection from exposure why they're getting a radon mitigation system. Inside this relates to needing to exit somewhere in the crawl space, some concerns still needed a fix. We offered the homeowner a crawlspace encapsulation and will have this considered in the future!

Met with the homeowner who manages a local bank and grew up in the area (Malvern, IA). He and his wife are expecting their first child and want to make the home safer. They had their home tested for radon and returned with levels of 10. Pretty worried, the team drafted their radon mitigation system. It starts with the sump pit with interior drain tile that is boxed in with wood. The husband will remove the wood box prior to installation. Route up and through drywall, core through block wall to exit home. Everything paid off after the installation. They were happy with how it turned out.

The homeowners made a radon test and returned with levels of 11. The wife was pretty worried about radon and how the system would 'not blend in' with the aesthetic of their home. They called and we explained their options. They were very open and flexible on how we could route the system as they only requested a passive one. They just bought the house this year 2024, and the roof was already penetrated for this intent.