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Expert Profile: Val Riedman

Expertise:  I would be happy help you with any questions regarding radon gas. This includes radon gas testing and mitigation. I can also field your questions on other indoor air quality concerns you may have.

Experience in the area
I have 25 years of experience in commercial and residential construction. I spent 13 years as a commercial maintenance supervisor. During the past 12 years I have owed and operated a residential contracting business and have recently been focusing my energies on mitigating radon gas. We design and install radon systems for residential and commercial applications.

Organizations
NEHA National Environmental Health Association NRPP National Radon Proficiency Program AARST American Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists

Publications
My website is www.indoor-air-health-advisor.com

Education/Credentials
Was certified at the University of Minnesota for radon testing and mitigation.

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Knowledge   9.43   Excellent
Clarity of Response   9.57   Best of the best
Timeliness   9.86   Best of the best
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User Comments
Thanks for your ideas!
(Gary on 09/30/08)
Thanks i appreciate you getting back to me so quickly.
(Mark on 09/09/08)
Thanks for the info, I will check out the web site and drop you a note. thanks, chris
(chris on 01/15/08)
I hope your suggestions work.
(marcella on 11/04/07)
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Recent Answers from Val Riedman
2008-09-30  Soil Odor under house I think it would work if you could reach in the space with a hoe to spread it a bit. Very soupy cement is very prone to lots of cracking. As the water dries from it has little strength. Are you going to...
2008-09-13  basement drain without trap and radon Hi Carol, If the basement is just used for storage and utilities. I would start by doing some testing on the main level of the house. The level on the upper floors usually test lower since radon is...
2008-08-06  house cooling (over heating) The R-value is a number that relates to insulation materials effectiveness. Fiberglass batts in a 2 x 6 wall have a R-value R-19. Attics often require R-38 or higher depending on your winters. The higher...
2008-08-05  house cooling (over heating) Hi Scott, My guess is that the house itself is taking on the heat from the day and radiating it to the core through the night. If you were to run the AC throughout the day, the AC would not run much...
2008-08-03  Radon question I would suggest getting your radon contractor involved if possible or calling another certified contractor. You can make sure you have a qualified technician by going to radongas.org and look under your...
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