Radon. This is a natural occuring element in the earth. Radon has not been a known problem until a few years ago, when scientists connected radon exposure with higher incidences of lung cancer. When you sell a house, it has to pass a radon inspection. The standard is 4 something, ours registered at 6 in one side of the basement and 8 in the other side. Some houses in Sycamore and DeKalb register in the 20s and even in the 30s.
What's the fix? We are in the process of having a passive removal system installed.....a plastic pipe goes out of the basement from the sump pit, up the side of the house and above the roof line. The cost is around $900.
When we worked with the architect on the new house plan, he had this funny looking pipe in the middle of the basement. When I asked, he explained it was a passive radon venting system. Installed in new construction it costs about $300 and blends in with the design of the house.
So we are including it in our new construction.
The gas is a problem for prolonged exposure. So if I was living in a basement it could be a concern.
Spending $300 extra to put in the pipe could save me $600 or more later, if radon is a problem.
Closing is tentatively set for Jan. 16.....moving day is Jan. 11....so I'm just guessing when our first major snowstorm will hit.
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