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EcoQube by EcoSense Overview

Overview of the EcoQube Radon Detector

Overview of the EcoQube Radon Detector In this article, we will be giving an overview of the EcoQube radon detector by EcoSense.  While we recommend using an EPA-approved radon test kit for mitigation decisions, digital radon monitors are a great tool for seeing how your radon levels fluctuate in real-time. What is Radon Let’s start…

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Prep for Mitigation

Prepare for Your Radon Mitigation

How to Prepare for Your Radon Mitigation Your radon mitigation is coming up, and we are looking forward to working with you. You may be wondering how to prepare and what to expect. Below we discuss a few things you can do to help prepare for your radon mitigation.  Prepare your Driveway and Garage for…

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Mitigating a home with a radon hot spot

Mitigation with a Radon Hot Spot

How do you reach a radon hot spot where you can’t run a pipe? It is possible, as long as you have the correct information. If you’re familiar with our work, you know that we use pressure field extension testing on every home. This helps ensure that our systems work effectively and efficiently, even in…

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Testing Firestop Collars

Testing Firestop Collars

Last month, we discussed firestop collars and the importance of proper installation. If you missed it, read the article here. Today we’ll show you what happens when a firestop collar is installed incorrectly. What is a Firestop Collar To recap, firestop collars are used to maintain the integrity of a firewall, like the shared wall…

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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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