Radon is a radioactive gas that occurs naturally in the soil and rock of the Mid-Atlantic region. While many homeowners focus on radon in the air, radon in well water is a critical health risk. When you shower, wash dishes, or do laundry, the dissolved gas is released into your home’s air—creating an inhalation hazard for your entire family.
A radon mitigation system is a safety barrier for your home’s air quality. Without professional removal, radon gas continues to accumulate in your living spaces.
The “Shower Effect”: For every 10,000 pCi/L of radon in your water, it contributes roughly 1 pCi/L to the air you breathe.
Health Protection: Radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Aeration removes the gas at the point of entry before it can be inhaled. Unsure if your levels are safe? Learn about the health risks and safe pCi/L limits in our guide: Is Radon in Water Dangerous?
Real Estate Compliance: Radon-free water is a standard requirement for home sales in Montgomery, Howard, and Loudoun Counties. Our systems ensure you meet local safety guidelines for a smooth closing.
Property Value: A professional, permanent mitigation system is an investment in the long-term safety and marketability of your property.
Every well environment is unique. We offer three industry-standard methods to ensure your system effectively reduces radon to safe levels. We only install non-proprietary equipment, giving you total flexibility for future service.
For a deeper look at the science behind these systems, see our technical breakdown: How to Remove Radon from Water.
This is the “Gold Standard” for radon mitigation which uses aeration for treatment.
Removal Rate: Consistently removes 95% – 99.9% of radon.
How it Works: The system sprays water into a chamber and bubbles air through it to “strip” the gas. The radon is then vented safely through a dedicated pipe to the outside of your home.
Best For: High radon levels and homeowners who want the highest level of safety.
A solution for moderate radon levels (typically under 2,500 pCi/L).
Hardware: We utilize Twin 12×52 Hard Shell Carbon Tanks for high-efficiency adsorption.
Maintenance: No backwash valve required, but tanks must be monitored to ensure they do not become a radioactive source over time.
A compact aeration unit designed for properties with limited utility room space.
The Advantage: Built-in re-pressurization pump simplifies the installation and saves space.
Reliability: An effective choice for mid-range radon levels where a full-size AIRaider may not be required.
We handle every technical detail to ensure your system is safe and compliant:
System Diagnosis: We review your water lab results to determine the specific pCi/L levels and flow rate requirements for your household.
Precision Venting: We install dedicated schedule-40 PVC venting to push gas safely away from your home’s windows and air intakes, following all local building codes.
Pressure Calibration: Aeration systems are atmospheric, meaning they break the line pressure from your well. We install a dedicated booster pump and calibrate it to work seamlessly with your existing well pump and pressure tank. This ensures you maintain strong, consistent water pressure at every faucet and showerhead.
Verification: Our job isn’t done until we prove it works. Every system we install is followed by a secondary, independent lab test to verify that radon levels have been reduced to safe, compliant limits.
Radon well water mitigation systems are important for the health of you and your family. You’re not only protecting the water you use for cleaning, showering, cooking, and drinking, but you’re protecting your air quality.
The peace of mind that comes with better water, better air, and better health is priceless. Rest easy knowing you’re safe and have access to pure, clean, expertly treated well water in your home.
Treated water ensures that the water used for drinking, cooking, and other household activities is safe and free from harmful radon contamination
There are guidelines in many counties in Maryland, DC, and Virginia regarding acceptable radon levels in water – treating your water helps you comply with local standards, avoiding potential fines and legal issues
Radon removal can also improve the taste and odor of water, making it more pleasant to use and consume from coffee to cooking
Radon and other contaminants can contribute to the wear and tear of plumbing systems, so opting for radon well water treatment can help extend the lifespan of pipes and fixtures, even reducing maintenance costs
The most effective way is Aeration. By bubbling air through the water, the radon gas is separated and vented outside. For a more detailed technical breakdown, see our guide on how to remove radon from water.
No. Dissolved gases like radon pass right through standard pitcher, fridge, and sediment filters. You need a specialized mitigation system to vent the gas safely.
Yes. Municipal city water is treated and aerated at the treatment plant. Radon in water is almost exclusively a private well issue in the DMV area.
A radon mitigation system helps remove radon from water. Radon gets into ground water from dirt and soil. This can release into the air once it is in a home, as through faucets and showers.
Radon mitigation systems for homes vary in cost. With three different options for radon removal, you can pick from budget-friendly installations to higher-end models for the most effective radon removal percentage.
If you’re worried about radon in your water, contact National Water Service for professional water testing. We will help evaluate your water and come up with a water treatment solution plan.
Radon can enter groundwater through soil and rock that contain uranium, which decays to form radon. This gas can then dissolve in the water.
Ingesting water with radon can lead to internal organ exposure, while radon released into the air can increase the risk of lung cancer when inhaled over time.
You can test for radon by using a radon water test kit or by hiring a professional to conduct the testing. Regular testing is recommended to monitor radon levels.
Maintenance frequency depends on the system type and usage. Aeration systems typically require less frequent maintenance, while GAC filters need regular replacement of the carbon media.
While radon in water is more common in well water, it can also be found in municipal water supplies. Testing and treatment are recommended for any water source with elevated radon levels.
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