We first heard about radon from our neighbors who had high readings and bought a testing kit on…read moreAmazon. Our levels were so high, our average pCi/L was over 14. I was freaking out because the epa recommends intervention at 4 pci, and we were 3x that with 2 small kids. I called Eddie at radon solutions and he came out quickly and gave us a quote. He was super knowledgeable and didnt try to scare us into a system right away. We spoke at length about our options. A few months later he came back and installed two fans hidden inside closets. They are super quiet, you really can't hear them at all unless you put your ear right up to the vent. 3 days later our radon levels have dropped to 0.53, and we can expect full results in a week. I am so happy and have such peace of mind thanks to radon solutions!

I wish this was true. We had an appointment with the owner Eddie and a text message confirming the…read moreappointment. Eddie told us he worked on radon mitigation for the schools in Palos Verdes

A squared away, professional, and cost effective operation as I've ever seen with this stuff. I…read morerecently had a renovation done on my place, which left a thick coat of dust on everything, and me in coughing fits. Given they really went into the walls with some work, i figured I'd have this dust checked out just in case. Most labs were charging an arm and a leg for the basics, for a majority worked with large commercial projects. I'm just a concerned homeowner with no technical background who wanted to check some samples. Chuck walked me through it and made It all very easy. Happy to report the lab says my apartment and lungs are somewhat free of dangerous particulate ha. Thanks Chuck!

My friend who used them in the past for mold in her house recommended that I call SOS with haste…read more I'm dealing with mold in a rental nightmare situation and Chuck not only reviewed my case, providing good advice on a course of action that will get us out of this mess, but sent me a detailed summary of our conversation that I can use for reference when dealing with these greedy property management people, my next review. Anyway, this guy really knows his stuff. Would recommend.

Great radon testing company in LA area! They took care of my radon testing in 48 hours. Some other…read morecompanies may take up to 7 days for the same service! You might find the following helpful: Radon is a cancer-causing, radioactive gas.You can't see radon. And you can't smell it or taste it. But it may be a problem in your home. Radon is estimated to cause many thousands of deaths each year. That's because when you breathe air containing radon, you can get lung cancer. In fact, the Surgeon General has warned that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States today. Only smoking causes more lung cancer deaths. If you smoke and your home has high radon levels, your risk of lung cancer is especially high. Radon can be found all over the U.S. Radon comes from the natural (radioactive) breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air you breathe. Radon can be found all over the U.S. It can get into any type of building - homes, offices, and schools - and result in a high indoor radon level. But you and your family are most likely to get your greatest exposure at home, where you spend most of your time. You should test for radon. Testing is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon. EPA and the Surgeon General recommend testing all homes below the third floor for radon. EPA also recommends testing in schools. Testing is inexpensive and easy - it should only take a few minutes of your time. Millions of Americans have already tested their homes for radon (see How to Test Your Home). You can fix a radon problem. Radon reduction systems work and they are not too costly. Some radon reduction systems can reduce radon levels in your home by up to 99%. Even very high levels can be reduced to acceptable levels. How Does Radon Get Into Your Home? Any home may have a radon problem Radon is a radioactive gas. It comes from the natural decay of uranium that is found in nearly all soils. It typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Your home traps radon inside, where it can build up. Any home may have a radon problem. This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with or without basements. Radon from soil gas is the main cause of radon problems. Sometimes radon enters the home through well water (see "Radon in Water" below). In a small number of homes, the building materials can give off radon, too. However, building materials rarely cause radon problems by themselves. RADON GETS IN THROUGH: Cracks in solid floors Construction joints Cracks in walls Gaps in suspended floors Gaps around service pipes Cavities inside walls The water supply Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the U.S. is estimated to have elevated radon levels. Elevated levels of radon gas have been found in homes in your state. Contact your state radon office for general information about radon in your area. While radon problems may be more common in some areas, any home may have a problem. The only way to know about your home is to test. Radon can also be a problem in schools and workplaces. Ask your state radon office about radon problems in schools, daycare and childcare facilities, and workplaces in your area. How to Test Your Home You can't see radon, but it's not hard to find out if you have a radon problem in your home. All you need to do is test for radon. Testing is easy and should only take a few minutes of your time. The amount of radon in the air is measured in "Pico curies per liter of air," or "pCi/L." There are many kinds of low-cost "do-it-yourself" radon test kits you can get through the mail and in hardware stores and other retail outlets. If you prefer, or if you are buying or selling a home, you can hire a qualified tester to do the testing for you. You should first contact your state radon office about obtaining a list of qualified testers. You can also contact a private radon proficiency program for lists of privately certified radon professionals serving your area. For links and information, visit: http://www.epa.gov/radon/radontest.html. There are Two General Ways to Test for Radon: SHORT-TERM TESTING: The quickest way to test is with short-term tests. Short-term tests remain in your home for two days to 90 days, depending on the device. "Charcoal canisters," "alpha track," "electret ion chamber," "continuous monitors," and "charcoal liquid scintillation" detectors are most commonly used for short-term testing. Because radon levels tend to vary from day to day and season to season, a short-term test is less likely than a long-term test to tell you your year-round average radon level. If you need results quickly, however, a short-term test followed by a second short-term test may be used to decide whether to fix your home.

I've had the pleasure of working with Elias at CR Home Inspections on multiple properties, and he…read morehas consistently been fantastic to work with. He is extremely thorough, knowledgeable, responsive and takes the time to clearly explain his findings to both me and my clients. What I especially appreciate is how dependable and accommodating he is. He responds quickly, makes himself available when we need him and genuinely cares about the people he works with. Beyond being a great inspector, he's a wonderful family man and just an all-around great person. As a Realtor, having an inspector I can trust to take care of my clients and give them an honest, detailed assessment of a home is incredibly important. Elias has earned that trust, and I'm always comfortable recommending him for a general & sewer home inspection. Highly recommend CR Home Inspections!

I had a great experience with Elias. He is a straight shooter and gives you the facts exactly as…read morethey are. I saw him go back and forth with a flipper who had done improper work on a home, and after calling in a specialist, it turned out Elias was absolutely right. He saved me from issues that could have financially devastated me and my family, and I'm extremely grateful for his honesty and attention to detail. We eventually settled on a home, and as Elias says, "There's no such thing as a perfect home." We're aware of the minor issues with our house, but they're all manageable, and we feel confident moving forward. Overall, Elias does honest and thorough work. He is extremely knowledgeable, pays close attention to detail, and genuinely looks out for his clients. I would definitely recommend him to my friends and family!

Mike and his associate Jim are the real deal! Their inspections are so thorough and they truly…read moretreat each inspection as if it was for a family member. They saved us from purchasing a home with significant water damage, that would have required a lot of work and headache that we were not prepared to take on. We trusted their opinion so much that we hired them again for the next one! Mike is extremely knowledgeable and answered all of my questions thoroughly. The turnaround time to get the final report was very fast. When there was a clarification point needed on the report, he didn't hesitate to re-inspect and make adjustments to the report very quickly. Would recommend this company to anyone needing a home inspection!

Thank you so much for your professional service and help me out with my problem immediately. I m…read moreglad found your company and did excellent service.

I highly recommend Jonathan Franco at A-Tech Consulting! He went above and beyond in service,…read moredelivered results same day, and all at a competitive price. I started a demo project and was concerned the plaster might have asbestos. I needed quick results which he made happen and even called me after business hours to give me my results. He went above and beyond helping me with my project time frames!

We hired A-Tech to do asbestos testing on our home. They were prompt and thorough in their testing…read moreand reporting. However, it ended there. We called them numerous times with questions. We requested help from a manager and were continually told he was "out in the field" and he never returned our calls. The last straw was when our general contractor and HOA requested they sign a form verifying that the report they provided was true and accurate and they refused to sign. So, we are going to hire another firm because we can't take the time to sue them and hold up our remodel. BEWARE: Something fishy with this company, don't provide a license number, don't return calls. and won't certify their work!

Ron is truly the best inspector in the business. He is incredibly thorough, extremely…read moreknowledgeable, and takes his time to make sure nothing is overlooked. When you're buying a home, a detailed inspection is something you should never rush and I appreciate how Ron always goes above and beyond to make sure we fully understand what we're walking into. This is our second time using him, and once again he delivered exceptional service. We trust him completely. Highly, highly recommend. Thank you, Ron, for helping us with another home inspection. You really are the best!

I hired Ron to do an inspection as I was selling my parents' house and was not completely familiar…read morewith the current condition. I like to use local, small businesses whenever possible, and his reviews were excellent. My mistake was not noticing how old they were. He advised it would take 4 to 4 1/2 hours to complete. He was there 5 hours when my realtor had to ask him to leave for the open house that was being held that day. He came back afterward to finish the roof inspection. He failed to complete an inspection for the kitchen due to "time constraints". However, he had time to note that there was a pet door that was a "safety" concern. He also stated that some items were issues that he was clearly wrong about ("minimal" strapping on a water heater that had 2 straps from a newly purchased kit and a third steel strap, replacement windows that he stated were the "builder type from the original construction"). While I appreciate thoroughness, spending time nitpicking every minor detail in a 61 year old house but not completing the full inspection I paid for is not acceptable. He did not get my name right on the report, even though I wrote it for him on the contract I signed. He did not provide the hard copy report that was promised, nor did he email it to me - I had to get it from my realtor. I'm giving him a 3 for thoroughness. If you have unlimited time to wait for this guy to complete the inspection, go for it. He may have been a great inspector in his prime, but personally I think he needs to hang it up and retire already.

Darren was extremely helpful in helping us determine if we had any issues under our home. We…read moredidn't! Other than normal aging of an older home, Darren spoke to us about options to tighten some areas up, earthquake retrofit and some minor maintenance suggestions. He was extremely personable and knowledgeable and made me feel so much better about the occasional creaks you hear in an older house and one that is on a raised foundation. The written report with photos that followed after the inspection is exactly what you will need to show a contractor or foundation/subfloor specialist if needed. Thanks again Darren.

Darren is very knowledgeable and professional. He conducted thorough inspection of our new home. He…read moretook time to walk through property with us and pointing out both major and minor concerns and answered all our questions patiently. The report is very detailed with pictures and videos. I would definitely recommend Darren and team for anyone conducting home inspection.