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Radon Testing & Mitigation Services

What makes us the best choice for your Radon services in the Upper Ohio Valley?

We Specialize in Home Inspections and Radon Detection & Control.

Our goal has always been simple and has remained unchanged for over 25 years of service.

Saving Lives One Home at a Time®.

Mountain State Inspections LLC is the local expert for home, radon testing and mitigation and more. We proudly service Wheeling and all of West Virginia & Eastern Ohio.

RADON TESTING

Radon is a hidden killer – an odorless, invisible gas that can reach high concentrations in the indoor air we breathe every day. Since it’s the leading cause of lung cancer after smoking, radon is a major health issue among Federal agencies like the Environmental Protection Agency and national organizations like the National Cancer Society. The first step in protecting your family from this cancer-causing gas is to have your house tested for radon.

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RADON MITIGATION EXPERTS

Reduce Harmful Radon Levels With Effective Radon Mitigation Systems

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To schedule a professional radon test, find your local licensed radon contractor! We are certified contractors and are available for radon testing and mitigation services throughout Northern West Virginia and Eastern Ohio.

RADON MITIGATION SYSTEM INSPECTIONS

The Environmental Protection Agency recommends that existing radon mitigation systems be tested every two years. Mountain State Inspections LLC has trained and licensed inspectors ready to cut down this number by promoting responsible radon testing and mitigation. If you think it’s time to inspect your existing radon mitigation system, we can help.

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What is Radon?

Radon is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas present in all 50 states with levels varying widely, even in the same neighborhood. It forms naturally from decaying radioactive elements, such as uranium, present in the ground.

It enters through a home’s stack effect. This effect occurs when warm air rises and leaves the upper floors and attic. When the air exits, it creates a vacuum in the lower levels. This vacuum call pull air and trapped radon gases from beneath the foundation, through porous concrete and tiny cracks in the foundation.

Radon is the Number 1 cause of lung cancer for non- smokers!

Radon Can Cause Lung Cancer

According to the World Health Organization, radon kills 21,000 people each year in the US alone.

Radon induced lung cancer kills one person every 25 minutes, joining arsenic, asbestos and benzene as a Class-A Carcinogen.

Radon Gas Compared to Smoking Cigarettes

Radon levels are measured in picocuries per liter, or pCi/L.

A measurement of 1 pCi/L is equal to 2.5 cigarettes each day.

If your home has a reading of 4 pCi/L, which is the Environmental Protection Agency’s required action level, every person is breathing in the equivalent of 10 cigarettes per day.

Radon Gas Compared to X – Rays

The amount of radiation in 4.0 pCi/L of radon is actually equivalent to the radiation in 100 chest X-rays. Sure that seems like a lot, but this gets worse. Most hospitals actually only allow patients to have four chest X-rays each year. Let’s do the math. That converts to the equivalent of .16 pCi/L per X-ray and .64 pCi/L of radiation a year with four X-rays. That is something to think about!

Radon Testing

The licensed and certified Radon Measurement Specialists at Mountain State Inspections can provide a Continuous Radon Monitor test for your home. This is by far the most accurate short-term radon test available. This test typically provides a precise radon level reading in about 48 hours. If you already know you have high radon levels, we will provide you a free Structural Analysis and Mitigation System estimate.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends mitigating any building that’s radon measurement is at or above 4.0 picocuries per liter (pCi/L). Once a building’s radon levels are measured and found to be unhealthy, a radon mitigation system is specially designed to effectively reduce the levels to a healthier amount.

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Radon Mitigation

Why Choose Us?

Radon solutions of WV is a part of Mountain State Inspections LLC Company and has installed over 3000 systems since 1994.

Our standard installed mitigation systems will redirect radon from inside the home to the outdoors. Radon can be very destructive indoors because it becomes heavily concentrated in a smaller area when being compared to the large space that is the outdoors. There’s always a very minimal amount of radon outside, but it’s been proven insufficient in its effects on humans. Rest assured, we are licensed with WV and OH to perform radon mitigation at the industry standard, ensuring high-quality solutions to all customers.

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Radon FAQ

What is Radon Gas?

Radon gas is odorless and invisible to the human eye. It is a radioactive gas that occurs naturally deep within the soil. The natural decay of uranium in rock and soil deep in the earth form radon gas. All 50 states have radon, though it’s found more frequently in the Northeast, Midwest and Northern Mountain Regions.
It moves through the air and water. It has a decay life of approximately 4 days, meaning gas can build up quickly depending on ventilation.

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States with an estimated 21,000 preventable deaths per year according to the CDC. It’s the second leading cause among smokers or those who have smoked cigarettes and the first leading cause among non-smokers.

How Do I Know If I Have Radon in My Home or Water Supply?

The easiest way to know if you have radon in your home or water supply is to have a professional come and do a test. Radon testing costs between $150 to $250. Learn more about radon testing.

Are Radon Inspectors and Radon Treatment Professionals the Same?

Radon inspectors and treatment professionals are not the same. However, they often work out of the same office. Inspectors test your home while treatment pros install mitigation systems. Some pros play the role of both inspector and installer.

How Much Does Radon Fan Replacement Cost?

Repairing or replacing a radon fan can cost $300 to $600. The same professionals you hired to install your system are generally the ones you call for repairs.

Will Installing a Mitigation Unit Fix My Radon Problem?

Having a professional mitigation expert install a system designed specifically for your home will reduce the gas to safe levels. Improperly installed systems and DIY fixes can often make the problem worse.

How Much Electricity Does a Radon Fan Use?

The amount of electricity your radon fan uses depends on the size of the fan. For instance, the average fan will use about 876 kwh per year. Assuming the average cost of a kwh is $0.10, the annual cost will range from $30 to $300 depending on the size of the fan.

Does Opening Windows Help Get Rid of Radon Gas?

Opening windows and doors does not always reduce radon levels. It’s possible to create suction through a stack effect, making the problem worse. The best and safest way to get rid of radon is an active-suction mitigation system. Talk to a pro about installation.

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Mountain State Inspections LLC serves the Tri State Area, Northern Panhandle of West Virginia, Eastern Ohio, and all surrounding areas and communities in and around Wheeling, WV. Mountain State Inspections LLC provides thorough, accurate, and professional inspection services, wood destroying insects (termites), radon gas testing, and mold testing for realtors, contractors, home inspection clients.

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304-905-6974

2705 Jacob Street

Wheeling, WV 26003