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Northland Home Inspections
4.6(
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Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"Todd listened to my concerns and was very knowledgeable when he answered any questions I had. I would definitely recommend him! The seller was also present at the inspection and she was also very happy with Todd's work."
Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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DBS Residential Solutions, Inc
3.3(
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Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Competent, knowledgeable men came to do the work I needed. They even saved me money! They included me in every step so I understood the science of the work, which they very well explained. I highly recommend DBS."
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Northern Home Inspections LLC
5.0(
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Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike did a very through job inspecting the house and then went over everything carefully with me. He spent a lot of time and even came back another day because initally he could not access the attic to determine insulation. Again he spent a lot of time and effort making sure I understood his remarks and concerns. He wrote a very detailed inspection report with many photos showing why he made the comments he did in the report. Because of his report and the sellers unwillingness to pay the entire amoutn for the problem areas I had to cancel my purchase agreement. Sure I was out the cost of the inspection but in the long run Mike no doubt saved me a great deal of money and huge headache and heartache!"
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FAQs for radon gas testing projects in Mountain Iron, MN

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. The gas seeps through cracks in foundations and collects in basements and other low areas. Once you breathe it in, radioactive particles lodge in lung tissue and do long-term damage. Because you can’t see or smell radon, the EPA recommends testing your home every two years—and after major renovations—to keep your family safe.

Yes—every home should be tested. The EPA advises doing it at least every two years and any time you remodel, buy, or sell. On average, one in 15 houses nationwide sits above the recommended limit, and the only way to know where yours stands is a formal test. The equipment simply measures gas levels and won’t change your indoor environment, so the process is completely harmless.

Certified radon professionals—often home inspectors or dedicated radon mitigation contractors—handle testing. These radon testing professionals follow EPA protocols and use calibrated instruments to check levels throughout your house. Hiring a certified radon specialist means results you can trust for real estate deals, insurance requirements, and, most importantly, your family’s health.

Inspectors specialize in measuring radon gas levels, while licensed mitigation contractors design and install the systems that remove it. If your test comes back high, your inspector can point you to a qualified mitigation pro who will size and install the right fan, piping, or other equipment to bring levels down.

No—standard home air purifiers don’t touch radon. They’re built to trap dust and pollen, not radioactive gas. If testing shows high levels, you’ll need a dedicated mitigation system that vents the gas from beneath your home to the outdoors. Relying on a room purifier alone won’t keep your indoor air safe.

Opening a few windows in your home might dilute radon for a short time, but the gas seeps back in as soon as they’re closed. For a lasting fix, you’ll need a professional mitigation system—often a sub-slab depressurization fan—that pulls radon from beneath the foundation and safely vents it outside.

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