In addition to effectively removing harmful radon gas from your Twin Cities home, a radon mitigation system is also a great solution because it requires very little maintenance. You’ll never have to deep clean the system, you’ll never even have to change any filters, and you’ll probably never have to schedule any servicing.
However, because a radon mitigation system is mechanical, there are a few components that demand your attention every once in a while. The best way to make sure your radon mitigation system is in good working order is to check the system indicator each month. Most systems include a U-tube manometer that shows if the fan is operating. The fluid levels in the U-tube should be uneven. If levels appear completely equal, it means the fan may have failed.
Once a year, inspect your radon mitigation system for signs of damage. Look for cracked pipes, loose fittings, damaged vent covers, and any disconnected components. When you notice any of these issues, you may need to contact your Twin Cities radon mitigation installer about repairs.
The EPA recommends performing a radon test every two years to make sure that your radon mitigation system is working. Other times you should conduct a test are after major home renovations and if you swap out the fan in the system. Make sure the radon level inside your home stays beneath 4.0 pCi/L. However, you may need to make adjustments to your mitigation system if radon levels are testing higher than 2.0 pCi/L.
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The only expensive maintenance required by most radon mitigation system installations in the Twin Cities is fan replacement, which should only be needed every 5-10 years. Because the system’s fan runs continuously, it will eventually wear itself out. The cost of installing a new fan will likely be in the range of $300 to $800. The most common sign of a failed fan is the manometer showing no pressure difference, but other signs can include the system running louder than usual and radon levels increasing.
Reach out to One Day Radon today if you’re in need of radon mitigation system installation or servicing in the greater Twin Cities area, including Arden Hills, Bloomington, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Chanhassen, Chaska, Columbia Heights, Deephaven, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Edina, Excelsior, Golden Valley, Greenwood, Hopkins, Little Canada, Long Lake, Maple Grove, Medicine Lake, Minneapolis, Minnetonka, Minnetrista, New Hope, Orono, Plymouth, Richfield, Roseville, Shakopee, Shorewood, St. Louis Park, St. Paul, Wayzata, Woodbury, Woodland and other surrounding metro areas!
