Is there any maintenance I need to do to the Radon mitigation system?
Sub-slab suction systems are virtually maintenance free. Simply check the manometer (tube with red liquid) periodically. The liquid level should NOT be level with each other.
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Can I tell if I have Radon gas in my home without a test?
No. You can’t see it, smell it, or taste it. In fact, your next door neighbor can have high levels and your home can be low and vice versa.
How dangerous is Radon gas?
Radon gas is a Class A Carcinogen and has been identified as the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Second only to cigarette smoking, and it is said to be responsible for an estimated 20,000 deaths annually.
I have a new construction home, should I still test for Radon?
Yes. The age of a home is not a predictive Radon factor. Newer homes may still have high levels (and in fact, may have higher levels) since older homes are draftier and today’s new construction homes are built tighter than in the past. This makes it less likely the gas will escape through cracks and … Read more
Where can I get good information about ongoing home maintenance?
Join our newsletter. It will give you monthly maintenance and repair tips along with unique recommendations based on your particular home. For basic seasonal tips, click one of the links below: Fall maintenance schedule – Winter maintenance schedule – Spring maintenance schedule – Summer maintenance schedule Our customers also get the Home Maintenance and Repair … Read more
Is there an inspection designed to help with home maintenance?
Yes. it’s called a Home Maintenance Checkup and it’s an inspection designed for fair weather because there’s too many things that can’t be tested or inspected when it’s cold. It’s also extremely underutilized. Mainly because most homeowners and real estate agents don’t know about it. But it’s a great tool to help your home stay … Read more
I’d like to finish my basement. Do you have any advice?
This question comes up fairly often. Here’s 4 things to think about: 1) If it’s new to you and 50+ years old, wait at least 12 months after moving in. This lets you see how it does through all 4 seasons so you know what to expect before covering up your foundation walls. 2) Take … Read more
I’m a real estate investor and I’m buying an ugly house with alot of issues. I don’t need everything inspected because most things will get fixed or replaced and I might cancel the contract if there’s major problems. Do you have an inspection for this?
Yes. It’s called a 5-point Major-Items inspection and it covers the capex items of a residential home or side-to-side duplex. It includes: It’s usually about 60 minutes long and includes an online digital report with photos and is delivered the same day. But ensure all the utilities are on and the pilots lit BEFORE the … Read more
What are your thoughts on roof overlays vs. tear-off?
As an investor who operates in dollars and cents, a roof gets replaced only when it must. But, here are the things to consider: 1) Strength of the roof structure. Can the rafters bear the weight of another layer of shingles? Is the roof structure made with 2×4 or 2×6 rafters? If it’s 2×4’s, are … Read more
What is Radon gas and what does it mean to me?
Radon gas is a naturally occurring radioactive gas created from the depletion of Uranium in our soil. Radon levels in the soil outside your home range from a few hundred to several thousand pCi/L (picocuries per liter). It is the leading cause of non-smoking lung cancer in the country. And because it causes lung cancer, … Read more
