![]() ![]() Which roof flashing is best? When exhausting a radon mitigation system through a roof, it is important to use quality materials. For example, if a roof flashing fails, a homeowner could end up with a leak. So let’s look at a few flashing options and which one we recommend for radon mitigation. People often ask why we don’t use rain caps on radon mitigation systems. Leaving a pipe open to precipitation may seem counterintuitive however, radon mitigation systems are designed to handle Minnesota weather.Radon is removed from a house by installing a radon mitigation system. Once the mitigation system is installed, Utah Radon Services will do a post-mitigation test. Once the system is installed you may ask yourself, “how do I know if my radon system is working?” This is to ensure that the levels in your home are reduced below 2.7 pCi/L, the action level recommended by the WHO. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) protocols require that every active radon mitigation system have a “u-tube manometer” to warn the homeowner if there is a system failure. What Are The Signs My Radon System Isn’t Working? This device is installed on the vent pipe which is installed into the suction pit underneath the concrete slab of the home. You can use the u-tube manometer to determine if your system is working. If it is equal on both sides, it is an indication that there is no pressure in the pipe. This means no suction from the fan (far left image) and the radon mitigation system is not working. If your radon mitigation system is not working, you need to have the system checked out by a radon mitigation specialist. They will be able to determine why your system is not working. In most cases, if a mitigation system is not working, the fan will need to be replaced. Pricing for the fans will vary depending on the model. ![]() If the liquid in the pipe is uneven (as in the image on the right side) your system is working properly.Ĭall 80 to speak with the radon mitigation specialists at Utah Radon Services. We can evaluate your system and determine what needs to be done to get it working properly again. Utah Radon Services has a lifetime guarantee on their systems and a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty on fans. ![]()
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