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Des Moines neighborhood: Easter Lake

Radon Mitigation in the Easter Lake Area

The Easter Lake area on the southeast side has newer subdivisions and contemporary townhomes. Many have builder-installed passive radon pipe, and owners often assume the home is radon proof until a test says otherwise.

  • Iowa HHS credentialed
  • 24/7 booking
  • 5-year warranty
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Easter Lake radon expertise

Testing and Activating Passive Systems

A passive radon pipe is a head start, not a guarantee. It relies on natural draft, which often isn't strong enough to get an Iowa home below 4.0 pCi/L.

We test with a 48-hour continuous radon monitor after move-in. If the level is high, we activate the pipe by adding a fan in the attic, a junction box and a U-tube manometer, then retest. Most activations take one short visit.

Technician sealing cracks in an older Des Moines basement

Property types

  • Newer suburban subdivisions
  • Contemporary townhomes

Landmarks

  • Easter Lake Park
  • Ewing Park

Main routes

  • SE 14th St (US-69)
  • E Army Post Rd
  • Indianola Ave

Housing & foundations

New Construction in the Easter Lake Area

Builder passive pipe. Many homes have a vent stack from under the slab to the roof. Homes built since July 1, 2026 must have one under Iowa HF 2297.

Townhomes. Attached units may share foundations. We check how suction behaves across shared slabs before activating.

Finished lower levels. Many owners finish basements soon after buying. Testing and activating first keeps the work simple.

Recommended services

Radon Services for Easter Lake Properties

New Construction Radon Systems Passive-to-active activation and post-construction testing. Learn more → Radon Testing 48-hour CRM tests after move-in. Learn more → Residential Radon Mitigation Full systems for homes without passive pipe. Learn more →

Easter Lake homes get the full scope of our Des Moines radon mitigation service: credentialed testing, a system designed for your foundation, a post-mitigation test and a 5-year warranty.

Learn before you decide

Radon Guides for Des Moines Homeowners

Radon guideWhy Are Radon Levels So High in Des Moines and Central Iowa?Iowa is EPA Zone 1 and about 71% of homes test above 4.0 pCi/L. Here's how glacial soils, winter stack effect and spring rain drive radon into Des Moines homes. Read the guide Decision guideHow Much Does Radon Mitigation Cost in Iowa?What actually drives radon mitigation cost in Iowa: foundation type, suction points, crawlspace membranes, pipe routing, fan model, sealing, warranty and running cost. Read the guide
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Client Verification

What Des Moines Customers Say

"Our Beaverdale house tested high during the inspection and the sale was on hold. They got a sub-slab system in quickly, the post-test came back low, and we closed on time."
Megan T. · Des Moines
"Our new build in Waukee came with a passive pipe but still tested above 4. They added the attic fan and manometer in one visit and explained the readings."
Chris L. · Waukee
"Fan alarm went off on a Sunday night. I called the 24-hour line, got answers right away and a fan replacement booked for Monday."
Dana R. · Urbandale
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Straight Answers

Radon Questions From Easter Lake

My Easter Lake area home has a passive pipe. Am I covered?

Not necessarily. Test after move-in. If it's 4.0 pCi/L or higher, we activate the pipe with an attic fan.

How long does activation take?

Usually one short visit, since the pipe is already installed.

Can you activate systems in townhomes?

Yes. We check how suction works across shared foundations before activating.

Is activation covered by warranty?

Yes. Activations carry our 5-year warranty on systems and installs.

How do I book a test?

Call (515) 218-7447 any time or send our request form.

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Credentialed testing and mitigation with 24/7 booking, a post-mitigation test and a 5-year warranty on systems and installs.

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  • Iowa HHS credentialed
  • 5-year warranty
  • Post-mitigation test