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Radon Awareness Week 2024

The setting is your home and community, where an unseen and silent intruder named Radon poses a threat. You are the protagonist, with your family, friends, and community members playing supporting roles. Together with the heroes of the state radon control officer,...

Radon Testing and Mitigation for Rental Properties

by Atlantic Radon | Radon Testing

As of July 1, 2023, Montgomery County, MD now requires radon testing for both multifamily (including condominiums) and single-family rental properties that are at or below grade. This mandate also includes the disclosure and mitigation of radon hazards above a...

How often does radon mitigation not work?

by Atlantic Radon | Radon Mitigation

Radon mitigation systems work 99% of the time. They are very effective in reducing radon levels in people’s homes. Their installation time is low but the effectiveness is high. Radon mitigation systems are not very costly and the effects can be great. But when and how...

When did radon mitigation begin?

by Atlantic Radon | Radon Mitigation

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas. It is naturally found in the atmosphere and in the soil at times. Radium, thorium, and uranium decay and become radon as a byproduct. It is absolutely imperceptible to humans and is colorless, odorless, and tasteless....

Why is Radon Bad for the environment?

by Atlantic Radon | Indoor Air Quality

Radon is a contributor to environmental radioactivity. It is a naturally occurring noble gas that does not react with anything. Radon occurs naturally after radioactive elements decay. When huge amounts of radon accumulate in the soil, it can be harmful to humans. But...

Do Plumbers Install Radon Mitigation Systems?

by Atlantic Radon | Radon Mitigation

Did you know radon contamination accounts for about 21,000 deaths in the US? Studies on miners reveal that this gas can cause lung cancer. Radon inhalation also increases the risk of developing leukemia. What is Radon? Based on this research, the International...

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Great company. Very responsive and professional. Scheduling was easy. Our radon levels were very high and are now easily under control. I highly recommend using Atlantic Radon and other companies should take note.

Rick Argue

4/26/2022

Recently I had Atlantic Radon install a radon mitigation system in my home and couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Tommy and Paul were both professional and knowledgeable with any questions I had with the unit. The unit was put in very clean and the work is top notch. Highly recommend using Atlantic Radon!!!!

Robert Lefebvre

4/12/2020

We picked Atlantic Real Estate Services for a new sump pump and radon pump because Tommy the owner was the one who came to our house and did all the work. He was prompt and and reliable. His price was fair and all his work was excellent. We highly recommend him.