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Milledge Construction
4.9(
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They installed a Radon Mitigation system in a house I was selling. They had the best price, the experience I wanted, and were able to install a few days after I called. Technician was very nice and efficient in getting it installed. Good warranty too. I had my system installed in an encapsulated crawl space."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
98 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Iowa Radon Mitigation
5.0(
61
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"All Iowa Radon (AIR) is the best !! Specifically, Jeremy is awesome !! Jeremy arrived on time, was professional and courteous, very experienced !! All Iowa Radon took their time to do the job right !! Jeremy even made sure the radon mitigation system looked good as possible from both the inside and outside of the house !! He rerouted the pipe to avoid a window too !! I highly recommend All Iowa Radon (AIR) !! Wendy Hochreiter"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Milledge Construction
5.0(
9
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Milledge Construction installed evacuators in our homes to reduce radon levels...the installer was very professional and explained in detail what needed to be done...it is amazing how quickly the radon level has subsided in just 24 hours...the installation and equipment is of high quality...if you only suspect you have a radon infection you should call Milledge Construction first...we were very impressed with the radon reduction results...5 stars for sure..."
Radon mitigation system
Radon Detection & Reduction Project
Radon Detection & Reduction Project
Radon Detection & Reduction Project
Radon Detection & Reduction Project

+56

Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Iowa Radon Defense
4.7(
45
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"National Radon Defense Midwest employees were very knowledgeable and helpful. As we were selling our house we discovered that we had high radon readings and needed to mitigate the problem. They explained to us the process and clearly identified what they would recommend to resolve the issue. We thought it was very reasonably priced and feel confident intheir products, staff and installation"
Interior Install
Interior Install
Interior Install
Interior Install
Interior Install

+14

Response time1 day
82 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
MB Radon Services, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

MB Radon Services, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Neighbors Heating Cooling Plumbing & Geothermal
4.8(
88
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came out 3 times, because the wet clay ground under my slab made it very difficult to get the radon level where I wanted it. They were very gracious and tweaked the system without complaint. They finally had to put in a second pipe. They were professional, courteous and prompt, and on the third try the levels went down to about 2, which is a good level."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Professional House Doctors Inc
4.9(
31
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything went well. They showed up on time, were very professional and completed the job that day. The radon test after installation got my air quality down significantly (same as the outside air)."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for radon gas abatement projects in Ames, IA

The only way to know whether your home or water supply contains radon is to schedule a professional test. A qualified radon inspector will collect samples, deliver lab-verified results, and explain the findings for $150 to $800. Once you know your exact levels, you and your radon mitigation pro can choose the right system and tackle the problem before it affects your family’s health.

Both roles tackle radon, but they focus on different steps. Inspectors test your home, interpret the results, and determine whether levels exceed EPA guidelines. Mitigation pros design and install the system that lowers those levels. Some companies do both, but the skills and equipment differ, so always verify that the person you hire is properly certified for the specific service you need.

Installing a mitigation unit fixes radon problems by reducing indoor gas levels to established safe standards. A system designed and installed by a mitigation expert, tailored to your home's specific layout and foundation, guarantees effective radon reduction. This expert installation ensures consistent performance over time while safeguarding your indoor air quality.

Open windows and doors do not reduce radon levels because they trigger a pressure imbalance that draws radon-laden air into your home. This practice fails to control radon concentration and can even worsen the issue. An active suction mitigation system provides a proven, safe, and effective solution to reliably reduce radon levels.

Radon mitigation systems generally last between 10 and 30 years, depending on system type and maintenance. Passive systems endure the longest because they have no moving parts, whereas active systems, which use a fan, require fan replacement every 5 to 10 years. System components, such as PVC pipes, seals, and fittings, can remain effective for decades when paired with periodic inspections and proper maintenance.

Radon mitigation systems consume between 300 and 3,000 kWh of electricity per year, depending on fan size and system design. On average, an active radon fan draws 100 to 300 watts continuously, which translates to roughly 876 kWh annually, and adds $30 to $300 to your energy bill each year. Choosing a high-efficiency fan and ensuring tight sealing around pipes helps minimize these ongoing costs.

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