Photo Album: Restoring Air Purity in a Historical Sears Cape: Radon Mitigation in Canton, CT

In the scenic locale of Canton, CT, a piece of American history stands proudly—a 1940 Sears Cape Cod home, a testament to classic architecture and the storied catalog homes of yesteryear. Behind its charming facade, the home possesses an unfinished aesthetic, with the raw potential of its time-honored design. Within its foundation lies a critical sump pump, an important feature for managing groundwater, and yet, the home’s age has not left it unmarked—cracks have emerged as silent witnesses to the passing decades.   As enchanting as this historical residence may be, it shares a common modern concern: a need for radon mitigation to ensure the health and safety of its inhabitants. Embracing the task with both respect for the home's heritage and a commitment to contemporary standards, the installation of a CT dry basement system begins.   The process involves a thorough sealing of the home's crawl space, not only to fortify its structure but also to create an impenetrable barrier against radon ingress. Every fissure and opening receives meticulous attention, ensuring no radon can seep into the living spaces above. Adding to the robustness of this system is the installation of a water guard, a feature designed to channel unwanted moisture away from the home, thus reinforcing the dry basement system and ensuring a fortified line of defense against radon and water alike.   This radon mitigation project goes beyond the mere installation of equipment; it’s about blending tradition with technology, safeguarding a piece of Canton's architectural legacy while ensuring the home meets the health standards of today. As the work concludes, the Sears Cape stands ready to face many more decades, its air as pure as the historical charm it embodies.