Absolute Radon Safety – Standard Terms & Conditions
Absolute Radon Safety – Standard Terms & Conditions
Version: vFinal-2026.01
Effective Date: January 2026
These Standard Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern radon mitigation, testing, diagnostic, service, and related services provided by Absolute Radon Safety (“ARS”).
1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE
ARS performs radon mitigation and related services in accordance with applicable EPA guidance, AARST/ANSI/NRPP standards, Colorado law, and local code requirements where applicable.
ARS retains sole professional discretion over system design, materials, routing, placement, installation methods, diagnostics, and corrective actions necessary to perform the work in a compliant and professional manner.
2. RELIANCE ON CUSTOMER DISCLOSURES
All pricing, system design, scheduling, performance expectations, and any warranties or guarantees rely on the accuracy and completeness of information provided by the customer prior to service.
Undisclosed or inaccurate information may affect pricing, scope, scheduling, and system performance.
2A. PRE-INSTALLATION REVIEW AND VISUAL INSPECTION
Unless explicitly stated in writing, ARS does not conduct a full inspection of all areas of a property prior to installation or service.
Estimates may be based on customer-provided information and a visual review of reasonably accessible areas only.
Concealed, inaccessible, or finished conditions may not be visible prior to work and may require additional services or modifications.
3. SITE CONDITIONS AFFECTING PRICING AND PERFORMANCE
Certain site conditions materially affect radon mitigation performance and pricing and are not included unless explicitly stated in writing. These may include, but are not limited to:
- Concealed crawl spaces or additions
- Unsealed sump pits or drain connections
- Multiple slabs or isolated foundation zones
- Internal footers or structural barriers
- Poor soil permeability or lack of sub-slab gravel
- Radiant floor heating
- Electrical limitations or code deficiencies
- Water beneath the slab or elevated moisture conditions
Additional work required due to these conditions will be reviewed with the customer prior to proceeding.
3A. CRAWL SPACES, CONCEALED AREAS, AND SITE PREPARATION
Crawl spaces, concealed areas, and foundation zones not fully disclosed or reasonably accessible prior to installation may require additional labor, materials, sealing, collection points, or system modifications to achieve effective radon mitigation.
If crawl space conditions are not adequately prepared or accessible at the time of service, Absolute Radon Safety (“ARS”) will evaluate the conditions and determine whether mitigation can proceed. When feasible, ARS may address such conditions as additional work, subject to customer approval and additional cost.
Additional work may include, but is not limited to, debris removal, site preparation, access creation, sealing, vapor barrier modification, or the addition of collection points or system components.
Finished construction, stored materials, insulation, liners, framing, or other obstructions may limit access and increase labor requirements. Work in these areas may require removal or modification of existing materials and may involve additional cost.
If required work areas are not prepared, accessible, or safe at the time of service, ARS may reschedule the appointment and treat the visit as a late cancellation subject to applicable cancellation fees.
4. FOUNDATION ZONES AND SYSTEM COVERAGE
Effective radon mitigation requires depressurization of all foundation zones contributing radon to the structure.
Homes or buildings with multiple slabs, crawl spaces, additions, or isolated zones may require additional collection points, additional systems, or phased mitigation approaches. These items are not included unless explicitly stated in writing.
5. SEALING, PIPING ROUTING, AND REPAIRS
ARS seals cracks, joints, and penetrations and routes radon piping through reasonably accessible areas as required for mitigation.
Finished construction may limit access. Demolition, drywall removal, framing, boxing, or finish repairs are not included unless explicitly stated and may result in additional charges.
6. INSTALLATION AND SYSTEM WARRANTY
ARS guarantees that radon mitigation systems it installs are completed in a professional manner and in accordance with applicable standards.
This workmanship guarantee applies for five (5) years from the installation date and is fully transferable.
6A. RADON FAN WARRANTY
Most radon fans installed by ARS carry a five (5) year manufacturer warranty.
ARS will assist customers in honoring applicable manufacturer warranties. Warranty coverage does not apply to damage caused by misuse, electrical issues, water intrusion, physical damage, unauthorized servicing, or homeowner modifications.
6B. SERVICE AREA AND SERVICE CONSIDERATIONS
Warranty and service work is provided within ARS’s normal service area of fifty (50) miles.
Travel or service charges may apply outside this area or for fan-only service calls.
7. RADON LEVEL GUARANTEES AND POST-INSTALLATION TESTING
When a radon level guarantee is explicitly included in writing, post-installation radon testing is required to verify system performance.
Unless otherwise specified, the homeowner is responsible for completing the required post-mitigation radon test within thirty (30) days of installation using an approved charcoal test. Consumer radon monitors do not replace the required test.
If testing indicates radon levels exceeding the guaranteed level, ARS will evaluate the system and determine appropriate corrective actions.
Radon level guarantees apply only to livable areas, require proper system operation and continuous power, and remain valid only while the system remains unaltered.
Radon originating from water sources is not covered under airborne radon guarantees.
8. RADON IN WATER
If radon in water is suspected, testing and analysis costs are the responsibility of the customer.
For properties served by a private well, radon-in-water testing is used to determine whether water treatment is required prior to or in addition to airborne mitigation.
Waterborne radon levels above 4,000 pCi/L require remediation of the water source before airborne radon levels can be reliably reduced.
9. DRAINAGE AND WATER MANAGEMENT
Radon mitigation systems are secondary to drainage systems.
ARS is not responsible for sump pump failures, drain tile failures, window well drainage issues, or water intrusion.
10. PAYMENT, LATE FEES, AND COLLECTION
Payment is due at the time of service unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Accounts past due more than seven (7) days may incur a $150 late fee and interest at 2% per month or the maximum rate allowed by law.
Customers agree to pay reasonable collection costs, including attorney fees where permitted.
Payment is not contingent on property sale, closing, or transfer.
10A. DEPOSITS, SPECIAL MATERIALS, AND PERMITS
For projects requiring special materials, custom components, building permits, or administrative preparation, a deposit is required upon approval of the estimate.
Deposits are applied toward materials, permits, and administrative preparation and are non-refundable if the project is canceled for reasons not attributable to Absolute Radon Safety (“ARS”), as these costs are incurred prior to the start of work.
At the customer’s request, ARS may deliver purchased materials to the property for a trip fee of $250.
Building permits, permit fees, inspections, or related administrative costs are not included unless explicitly stated in writing and will be billed as additional costs if required.
11. CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULING
Appointments reserved for installation, mitigation, or service require dedicated scheduling of personnel and materials.
If an appointment is canceled or rescheduled fewer than two (2) full business days before the scheduled service date, a cancellation fee may apply.
If required work areas are not prepared, accessible, or safe upon arrival, ARS may reschedule the appointment and treat the visit as a late cancellation.
Deposits required for special materials, permits, or administrative preparation remain non-refundable if the project is canceled for reasons not attributable to ARS.
ARS reserves the right to assess a reasonable cancellation or rescheduling fee to recover labor scheduling, reserved installation time, and material preparation costs.
12. POST-INSTALLATION MODIFICATIONS
ARS is not responsible for system performance affected by renovations, structural changes, HVAC modifications, drainage changes, landscaping, patios, driveways, grading, or other post-installation alterations.
13. RIGHT TO DECLINE OR DISCONTINUE WORK
ARS reserves the right to decline, suspend, or discontinue work if site conditions, safety concerns, access limitations, hazardous materials, or undisclosed conditions prevent work from being performed safely or in compliance with applicable standards.
14. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
ARS is not liable for radon-related health outcomes or conditions beyond its control.
Liability is limited to direct damages caused by negligence or gross misconduct and does not extend to indirect or consequential damages.
15. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Colorado.
16. DOCUMENT PRIORITY
In the event of any inconsistency, the following order applies:
- The signed estimate
- Any Required Information Notice
- These Standard Terms & Conditions
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