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How to Install a Firestop Collar

How to Install a Firestop Collar

When installing a radon mitigation system, fire safety usually isn’t top of mind. However, it’s important for mitigators to ensure that radon systems do not interfere with fire-resistant structures. Today we’ll discuss firewalls, firestop collars, and proper installation. What is a firewall?   Firewalls are fire-resistant walls that reduce the chance a fire spreads from one…

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Radon Mitigation FAQs with Chad Robinson

Radon Mitigation FAQs with Chad

Have you ever wondered what goes into engineering a radon mitigation system? What makes a house easy or challenging to mitigate? We had the opportunity to discuss some of our most frequently asked questions with Chad Robinson. Chad is the lead mitigation trainer for Kansas State University and owns a radon mitigation company, Building Performance,…

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Radon Measurement FAQs

Radon Measurement FAQs

Radon testing can be confusing. What’s the best way to test? How do you interpret the results? We sat down with Bruce Snead, Director of Engineering Extension at Kansas State University, to answer common radon measurement questions. Bruce has worked in the radon industry since 1988, doing training, outreach, technical assistance, and working with states…

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Test Device Comparison

Radon Test Device Comparison

When it comes to radon testing, there are many radon test devices available to homeowners. It can be overwhelming trying to decide what’s best for you. We’re here to help you figure it out. Below, we discuss popular short-term radon test devices and compare radon test results across six devices.  Professional Radon Test with a…

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