New Construction Systems( Radon-Resistant Rough-Ins)

When a house is being built, it’s the best time to think about radon safety. Adding radon-resistant features during construction gives homeowners a head start on protection and avoids the higher cost of adding a system later. BreatheWell Radon Solutions works with builders and new homeowners to make sure every property is built ready to handle radon from day one.

Why New Homes Need Radon Protection

Radon is a naturally occurring gas that moves up from the ground. Because it has no smell, color, or taste, you can’t detect it without testing. New homes often trap radon more easily since they’re designed to be well-sealed for energy efficiency. Without preventive steps, radon can collect indoors and reach unsafe levels.

Installing radon-resistant features during construction is like putting in wiring for smoke alarms—it prepares the home to keep families safe before any risk appears.

What a Radon Rough-In Includes

A radon rough-in is essentially the “skeleton” of a mitigation system, built directly into the house while it’s under construction. It sets up the infrastructure so that, if future testing shows high radon levels, the system can be turned on quickly.

Typical rough-in features are:

• A vent pipe from beneath the foundation to above the roofline.
  
  
• Sealed sump lids, drains, and slab penetrations to block radon entry.
  
  
• A gas-permeable layer (such as gravel or drain tile) beneath the slab to collect soil gases.
  
  

Electrical outlet placement in the attic or garage for a future fan connection.

The Advantages of Installing Rough-Ins During Construction

1. Lower Cost: It’s far less expensive to place the piping and barriers during the build than to retrofit later.
   
   
2. Simple Upgrades: If testing shows high levels, converting to a full system is quick and minimally invasive.
   
   
3. Home Value: Buyers appreciate knowing the home is radon-ready, just like they value energy efficiency or strong foundations.
   
   
4. Building Standards: Many areas require radon-resistant construction for new builds—this ensures compliance from the start.
   

How BreatheWell Helps Builders and Homeowners

Our team coordinates with contractors and homeowners to make sure the rough-in is installed correctly and in line with EPA guidance. We know construction schedules are tight, so we integrate our work smoothly into the build process.

If testing ever calls for activation, the pre-installed rough-in allows us to add a radon fan in just a few hours. That means no cutting into finished walls or expensive remodeling down the road.

Why Partner with BreatheWell Radon Solutions



• Experienced installers who understand both construction and radon science.
  
  
• Systems designed to meet or exceed local building codes.
  
  
• Straightforward communication with builders and homeowners.
  
  
• Long-term service, including system activation and maintenance if required.
  
  

By choosing radon-resistant rough-ins during new construction, you’re not just protecting a property—you’re protecting the people who will live there.