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Radon Testing and Mitigation in Winnipeg, Manitoba

Radon Testing and Mitigation

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is odorless, colorless, and tasteless. It’s a silent danger that can accumulate in homes, especially in basements and lower levels. Long-term exposure to radon can pose serious health risks, including an increased likelihood of lung cancer. At Shorty’s Plumbing and Heating, we’re committed to helping Winnipeg homeowners protect their families from the risks associated with radon by offering radon testing kits and mitigation solutions.

Radon Testing with Radtrak²

Detecting radon levels in your home is the first step to ensuring a safe living environment. Shorty’s Plumbing provides Radtrak², a high-quality, long-term radon measurement device that gives you accurate and reliable readings.

How Radtrak² Works:

  1. Purchase the Test Kit: Visit Shorty’s Plumbing to purchase your Radtrak² test kit.
  2. Place the Device: The Radtrak² device is designed to be placed in your home for a minimum of three months. This long-term measurement ensures more accurate results compared to short-term testing.
  3. Receive Your Results: After the testing period, the device will provide a detailed reading of radon levels in your home. These results will indicate whether mitigation is necessary.

By using the Radtrak², homeowners can confidently assess their indoor air quality and take action if elevated radon levels are detected.

Radon Mitigation Services

If your radon test results show high levels of radon in your home, don’t worry—Shorty’s Plumbing is here to help. We offer professional radon mitigation services designed to reduce radon levels and ensure your home is safe.

What is Radon Mitigation?

Radon mitigation involves techniques and systems that reduce radon concentrations in your home. This can include sealing cracks in the foundation, improving ventilation, and installing specialized radon reduction systems.

Our team will work with you to determine the best approach for your home and ensure effective results.

Manitoba Hydro Financing for Radon Mitigation

Did you know that Manitoba Hydro can help make radon mitigation more affordable? Through their Home Energy Efficiency Loan program, homeowners can access financing for radon mitigation services.

Learn more about the program and eligibility requirements on the Manitoba Hydro website.

Why Choose Shorty’s Plumbing for Radon Services?

  • Local Experts: Serving Winnipeg homeowners for years, we understand the unique needs of our community.
  • Reliable Products: We offer trusted solutions like the Radtrak² testing device to ensure accurate results.
  • Comprehensive Solutions: From testing to mitigation, we’ll guide you through every step of the process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is produced by the decay of uranium in soil, rock, and water. It’s invisible, odorless, and tasteless, which makes it hard to detect without specialized testing equipment.

Radon can accumulate in homes, particularly in basements or lower levels, and prolonged exposure to high levels of radon increases the risk of developing lung cancer. It’s the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking.

Radon enters homes through cracks in the foundation, gaps around service pipes, construction joints, and other openings. It can also be released from building materials and well water.

Shorty’s Plumbing offers Radtrak² test kits, which provide a long-term measurement of radon levels. Simply place the device in your home for three months, and then receive detailed results to assess your radon exposure.

Health Canada recommends taking action if radon levels in your home are above 200 becquerels per cubic meter (Bq/m³).

Radon mitigation is the process of reducing radon levels in a home. This can include sealing cracks, improving ventilation, and installing radon reduction systems to safely vent radon gas outdoors.

The cost of radon mitigation can vary depending on the size and layout of your home, as well as the specific mitigation techniques required. Financing is available through Manitoba Hydro’s Home Energy Efficiency Loan program to help make the process more affordable.

Simple repairs can take as little as a few hours and some of the more complex ones can take 1-2 days. Each house is different. Our knowledgeable estimator would be able to provide pricing and a timeline during an in home evaluation.

Yes, Manitoba Hydro offers financing for radon mitigation through their Home Energy Efficiency Loan program. This allows you to spread out the cost with convenient monthly payments.

Shorty’s Plumbing is a trusted local expert in Winnipeg, providing reliable testing and mitigation solutions to protect your family’s health and safety.

Take Action Today

Don’t wait to ensure your home’s safety. Contact Shorty’s Plumbing and Heating to purchase your Radtrak² test kit or to learn more about our radon mitigation services. Together, we can make your home a healthier, safer place for you and your family.

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