The following is a list of the more common questions and problems associated with radon reduction systems. These are some steps to determine what kind of problem you actually have before calling. Your radon system may not even require servicing.
Some of these problems you may need us to come fix, some you may be able to take care of yourself, and others may just go away on their own.
If it is below freezing outside, we recommend starting here tell if your radon system is frozen.
“Is My System Running?”
- Step One - Make sure the plastic tube is inserted in the top of the manometer and in the pipe.
- Step Two - Make sure the breaker is in the on position and hasn’t tripped. The breaker number should be labeled on an oval sticker on the panel door.
- Step Three - If the fan is mounted on the outside of the home, makes sure the switch is in the on position. Sometimes the switch can accidentally be turned off.
- Step Four - If all of the steps are complete and the gauge is still even, then contact us for service.
“I need to get into my sump pit”
“I need to get into my sump pit”- By all means open your sump pit to make repairs to the pump.
- Most of our sump covers are only caulked in place around the outside and are split for easy removal.
- Re-caulk sump cover after repairs have been made with silicone caulk.
“The plastic sheeting in my crawl space balloons up”
“The plastic sheeting in my crawl space balloons up”- It is common in the winter for the plastic in the crawl to get air pockets, it is not a bubble of radon.
- Placing weight on plastic when plastic is flat will help prevent this.
- Additional suction from the crawl may be needed.
“There is a gurgling sound coming from my radon pipe”
- Please check your sump if you hear gurgling. Radon systems can act as early warning devices if your sump pump has stopped working.
- Pipe is pitched wrong or not enough. 2-inch pipe and smaller sizes tend to gurgle at elbows.
- Repair: Adjust pitch of pipe to allow for drainage or increase pipe size. Adding additional suction point to allow for drainage.
“My radon levels Are still above 4pCi/L with an active system”
- If you are in our work area contact us regarding inspecting your system.
- If you are outside our area you will need to contact a local licensed or listed mitigation company to come out and perform diagnostic testing to determine the problem.
If you have any questions regarding these or any other questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.
