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Radon Supplies
I am often asked where to get radon supplies to fix a radon problem, or to build radon out during new construction. Most plumbing supplies, such as 4" PVC pipe, or perforated "french drain" pipe, can be purchased locally. However other pieces of the radon installation are best purchased from a radon supply house. Advice from folks who are knowledgeable about radon installations can be invaluable for the homeowner or building professional who has not experienced various installations, more than worth the shipping expense from Colorado Springs, Colorado. The internet offers many ways to search for and evaluate radon suppliers, but as a convenience to my viewers and customers, I offer my preference here as just that, my preference. Doing business with anyone requires the buyer to beware and do his or her own research. However, that said, I like and support these folks:
Some radon supplies that I would recommend purchasing from a radon supplier are:
Radon Barrier Cloth
On first comparison this cloth seems to be more expensive than good old plastic sheeting, but it has much better puncture resistance, will last much longer, is bright white and I think is worth the small cost it adds to the project.
Permathane Polyurethane Sealant
SM7108 sticks radon barrier cloth to concrete and to the cloth itself. This is a necessary component when you want to be under your house once and once only. Remember not to cover wood posts or sills to prevent termites from doing their work beneath the cover of the barrier cloth.
I have had reports from customers that PL300 Foam Board Adhesive made for Styrofoam boards, works very well to stick plastic to concrete and to itself. One benefit is that it is available locally, at Home Depot and Lowes.
KTA Low Voltage Radon Fan
These fans plug into 110 receptacles and can be installed by the homeowner (Class 2 - 24 volt). I like the LV-2133 because if its super low power consumption (only 20 watts!) but the LV-150 is fine too if more suction power is needed. Radon fans are a must for doing the radon project right.
Some other supplies worth considering are:
Protecting Your Home from Radon - the Do-It-Yourself manual to insure the job is done right.
Available here.
Continuous Radon Monitor - Safety Siren
Available here.
Soil Gas Collector Matting for use under new concrete slabs.
Available from PDS.
4x3 inch Metal Downspout for use in venting the radon gas from the fan to above the roof. Can be purchased in Weatherguard colors to blend in with the house color and look more like rain gutter than a vent pipe.
Available from PDS.
Hydro-Sep Water Separator to release moisture from exterior mounted active radon mitigation systems. Water vapor in ground soil can condense on the cool vent pipe and drain back into the fan. This ingenious device allows the water to drip outside the pipe.
Available from PDS.
PDS Professional Discount Supply
1-800-688-5776
http://www.radonpds.com
Since 1996 in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Contact PDS for current pricing and other system recommendations.
And be sure to tell them
Radon At Tahoe sent you.
Radon Consulting
As a California Certified Radon Mitigation Service Provider, I offer consulting services to home owners and builders to help them come up with the best approach for their specific radon mitigation problem. Contact me for details. (I am not a contractor and do not perform radon installations. See the Connections Page for Certified Radon Mitigation contractors).
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