Radon Gas Mitigation Photo Album: 20 Years of Radon Concerns Finally Being Addressed, Wilton, MA

A homeowner in Wilton, Massachusetts purchased their home in 1997 and conducted their first radon test in 2003, which resulted in a reading of 6.4-6.7 pCi/L. However, they decided not to install a radon system at that time. Over the next 20 years, they conducted a few more tests until 2023 when the levels exceeded 10 pCi/L. As they were planning to sell their home and had concerns about the high radon levels, they contacted Erickson Foundation Solution. During the inspection, our Design Specialist Jared Pavluvcik identified not only radon concerns but also some issues with cracking and shifting concrete. Jared recommended a solution that included installing a radon mitigation system with 2 extraction points, using PolyLevel to lift and level the cracked concrete, and using NexusPro to seal and repair the cracks in the concrete. Our Installation Team, led by Dillon Kingsbury, began the project by creating two extraction points in the slab to remove radon-filled air from under the home. They then attached PVC pipes to the extraction points and connected them to a fan installed outside the home. The system was vented above the roofline to prevent radon from re-entering the home. After installing the radon system, the team used PolyLevel to lift and level the concrete, followed by using NexusPro to seal and repair the cracks in the concrete. The homeowner was very satisfied with the project's results. They were now able to begin the process of selling their home.