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Avatar for Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc
Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc
4.8(
347
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Serving Walkersville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"<p>it was superb! they easiest, hassle free Radon test in town, with extremely proficient people -- very knowledgeable and very people-friendly! they took their time to explain things on the phone to me before I committed. the test came back within 10 days or so -- via email. which is very convenient. it was very clear as it is, but I like talking through it and get advice. they were instantly available to discuss. they gave me future tips to keep on top of all things Radon related. </p> <p>I have to say that all this comes to be after 3 months of many back and forths with 3 other companies -- none of the other companies could be bothered to schedule a time, and those who did, never showed up.. many times over. I don't know why I was so patient with them and I wish had discovered Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories much sooner.</p> <p>Really highly recommend them!</p> <br />"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Reliable Home Services Inc
4.9(
176
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Serving Walkersville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave has inspected two properties for us now. He arrived early and inspected the roof before I arrived on both houses. He was extremely thorough, taking lots of pictures and checking everything. His reports have been available within one day and were very easy to understand and included photos, notes and what he thought we should budget to replace in the near future. Both inspections lasted almost 3 hours and uncovered enough major work that we backed out of the first one and are asking the sellers to complete the work on the second house he inspected, which we are now in contract to buy. The radon inspection took an extra day or two for results and cost about $125 I think <br /> Overall, Dave has been easy to get a hold of and easy to work with. He will give you his opinion or advice when you aren't sure what to do next. His experience in home-buying and contracting is very useful and he gave us many knowledgeable recommendations and even some price quotes which turned out to be accurate. It feels like having your  "Uncle Dave" inspect the house! We'll definitely recommend him to friends and we'd gladly work with him again in the future. <br />"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Buyers Eyes Home Inspections LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Walkersville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Buyers Eyes Home Inspections LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and will inspect your home as if we were buying it for ourselves. You will find us competitively priced. Licensed Home Inspector in Md. and Pa. Also Offering Radon Testing. Very detailed inspections with digital photos. Same day electronic reporting. I have been doing residential inspections for 35 years with a large insurance company so I am very experienced Now in business for myself. I am an electrician as well. **Also offering Radon Testing and Wood Destroying Insect Inspections. 301-676-7097

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AdvantaClean of Frederick
4.7(
14
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Serving Walkersville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Advantaclean, even though technically we didn't have any work done. We noticed that we had some water coming into a small portion of our basement under the carpet after weeks of heavy rain. The technician Ross took readings and looked it over and told us frankly that we shouldn't hire him, he'd certainly be willing to do it but it would be cost-prohibitive compared to what we could do ourselves given the small size of the job. He then took the extra step of helping us remove the baseboard moulding (which ended up being a more time-consuming task than I'm sure he'd expected as the previous owners had secured it unreasonably tightly). He could have easily said "you need to have us do this for X dollars," but instead advised us on what we could do ourselves and even took the time out of his day to help us get things started. That sort of integrity is uncommon in this day and age. I'm thankful that we didn't have mold and didn't require AdvantaClean's services, but in the event that we do require any mold/water cleanup in the future they'll 100% be the first number we call."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
All About Waterproofing Inc
5.0(
16
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Serving Walkersville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Craig was the second contractor out of three to come to conduct a free inspection of my basement. I contacted his company for services after  I noticed water coming through holes in the cinder blocks of my basement unfinished wall created by the prior owner having a closet system installed in this area. What attracted me to his company Initially was the personable service portrayed by his website and with speaking with him. I had already pressumed that the sump pump didn't work correctly and the basement needed to be sealed properly due to me noticing a lot of insects and snake skin in this area. Of course I learned it was worse than I thought. The difference with this company service compared to the other compainies that I had come to conduct an inspection was very noticeable. When Craig came  to my home he asked me questions to get a perspective of what issues I was really dealing with. Being that I had only been the owner of my home for a year I could only suspect what the issues were. Yet, Craig immediately took a look at the sump pump and showed me that it was definietly not properly working. He also observed all four walls and the current water drain system in place and explain how it was doing nothing for releasing the water pressure in the walls. (The first contractor I had didn't touch a thing!) Craig also listened to my concerns of the house potentially not being properly sealed and advised that he should conduct a inspection of exterior as well. Craig was the only contractor that took the information I provided and showed me how the water tracks on the wall displayed that as I suspected, the exterior was not properly sealed and was allowing water to flow over the wall and not just the holes in the motor joints of the wall. I was told adamantly by first contractor that my issue would be resolved by installing the water drain system to the interior of the house only. But as Craig showed during the performance of the work, my floor board to the basement had rotted away and created a hole to allow water (and the snake) directly into the unfinished basement area. I am greatly satisfied with work performed by Craig and his crew. Since the work has been performed I have not seen a trickle of water in my basement! Additionally, I have to say it was great to have familiar face appear with the crew, in that Craig (whom is also the owner) was in attendance of the work being performed and supervised the entire process. I admit that this display of work ethic reaffirmed to me that the job was being done right! I believe that I was given a fair price for the work and got even more. I was quoted at a $1000.00 more with the first contractor and that was just for the interior drain system on the front wall! I am certain that I went with the right company and that my water issues have certainly been solved. Thanks Craig to you and your crew; and a wonderful job well done! <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Armor Home Inspections LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Walkersville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a small business family owned and operated company, specializing in radon gas, mold and well water testing plus pool inspections. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today!\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
A.D.P. Inspections Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Walkersville, MD and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

"He is really reliable, he's very good and he's prices are good, he's not too expensive. We use him all the time. He does home inspection, mold inspection, radon and other things. He gave us a report on the quality of the air and to tell us if there was any hazard in the house. I would highly recommend him. He's very prompt and he's very professional. He accommodates me with my time and schedule. He's very flexible."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for radon gas abatement projects in Walkersville, MD

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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