Top Reasons to Install a Radon Mitigation System

1. Radon Is the Second Leading Cause of Lung Cancer

• • Radon exposure is responsible for approximately 21,000 lung cancer deaths per year in the U.S. A mitigation system dramatically lowers long-term exposure and reduces risk.

2. Radon Levels Can Be High Even in New or Well-Built Homes

• • Radon comes from the soil—not from building materials—meaning:
    • New, old, large, small, drafty, or airtight homes can all have high levels.
    • Your neighbor’s reading has no correlation with yours.

3. Radon Is Invisible, Odorless, and Undetectable Without Testing

• • Because you cannot see or smell radon, the only way to know is with a professional radon test. Mitigation provides peace of mind against a truly silent hazard.

4. Mitigation Systems Are Highly Effective

• • A properly installed system can reduce radon by up to 99%, bringing levels to well below the EPA action level.

5. Increases Home Value

• • Homes with installed radon mitigation systems are:
    • Seen as safer
    • Easier to sell
    • More appealing to buyers who are increasingly radon-aware
      Many buyers now ask for radon testing before closing.

6. Protects Children, Pregnant Mothers, and Vulnerable Individuals

• • Young children breathe more rapidly and absorb more radon per pound of body weight.  Mitigation helps safeguard:
    • Children
    • Pregnant mothers
    • Elderly family members
    • Anyone with respiratory conditions

7. Modern Radon Systems Are Quiet and Energy-Efficient

• • Today’s radon fans are:
    • Quiet
    • Low-energy
    • Long-lasting (10+ years typical)
      They operate continuously with minimal utility cost.

8. Helps With Other Indoor Air Quality Issues

• • Mitigation can also reduce:
    • Moisture buildup
    • Mold growth
    • Odors from soil gases
      A radon system can indirectly improve overall IAQ.

9. Required for Some Home Loans

• • Certain programs recommend or require radon action, including:
    • FHA loans
    • VA loans
    • Some state-supported homebuyer programs

10. Affordable, Long-Term Safety Investment

• • Radon mitigation systems are generally one of the most cost-effective home safety upgrades, especially compared to the health risks of doing nothing.

11. Provides Continuous, Around-the-Clock Protection

• • With a properly installed system—including a pressure gauge and alarm—homeowners receive permanent, ongoing radon reduction.