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Wisconsin is currently an
unregulated state when it comes to testing and curing for radon.
U.S. EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) has established Standards
of Practice and Protocol for both measuring radon levels,
mitigation systems and installation. RMMI is EPA certified and
guarantees its products and services.
RMMI uses all schedule 40 p.v.c. pipe in their installations.
Schedule 20 pipe is approved by the EPA for most applications but it
is thinner than schedule 40 pipe. The schedule 40 pipe has a thicker
wall which is not only more durable, it also helps reduce noise
levels created by air moving through the pipe.
RMMI is proud to use Radonaway fans and other products "Made in
the U.S.A" whenever possible. Buying American made products is
important to the economy of our great nation.
New homes can be built with "passive radon mitigation
systems". If you are thinking of building a new home, insist on
a passive system. A passive system does not require any power to operate. It is simply a vent from below
your basement floor up through the home and above the
roof. If after construction is completed and radon levels
are above the EPA threshold for action, it is much easier,
cheaper and more attractive than installing a system after
construction is completed.
Cost to install and operate
a radon mitigation system.
Most single family homes
can be successfully mitigated for under $1,000 depending on access,
basement and foundation conditions, crawl spaces and/or dirt
floors. Every home is different and requires
an inspection. At RMMI, we strive to use the right fan for the
job at hand. This keeps operation costs minimal and any
possible energy penalties minimal as well. Electrical cost for
a typical system can be offset simply by changing one standard
light bulb in your home to a compact fluorescent bulb. Energy
penalty for the average home is about $40-$50 per year. It is my
personal belief that this could be offset by NOT having to run
a basement dehumidifier as often. A radon mitigation system pulls
air from under the basement floor preventing radon gas and
damp, musty air from entering the basement.
Dirt crawl space with
submembrane suction .
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