Westman Radon

08/27/2026

This is why radon testing matters.
Manitoba has the highest proportion of homes in Canada with radon levels above Health Canada’s guideline. What’s even more concerning is that Canada’s guideline is twice the World Health Organization’s recommended reference level.

Yesterday, I installed a radon reduction system in a home where the owner had been diagnosed with non-smoker lung cancer in May 2025. Sadly, they passed away in November 2025.

Today, I completed an estimate for another home where the owner’s sister was diagnosed with non-smoker lung cancer. The home where the siblings grew up is now scheduled to have a radon reduction system installed in mid-September.

These situations really drive home why I say: please don't put off testing your home.

Radon is invisible, odourless and tasteless. You can have two houses sitting side by side and one can have radon levels 10 times higher than the other. You simply cannot know your number without testing.

You can borrow a radon tester from your local library or purchase one of the six approved types of radon detectors recognized by Health Canada.

And remember: radon levels are often highest during the colder months, so testing throughout the year is important.

Test your home. Know your number. If your level is high, do something about it.

If you have questions about radon testing or mitigation, feel free to reach out to Westman Radon.

08/12/2026

This should be interesting

This year we are adding some between Heat entertainment at the Glenboro Ag society Demolition Derby

If your child has a mini car and a helmet why not enter them into our "Mini Derby" (Parental supervision required)

Maximum age to enter is 7 years old.

No registration needed, just show up for the fun!

07/24/2026

Peace of mind starts with clean air.
Another five-star experience.

07/18/2026

Had to think outside the box on this system install but it worked out great in the end! If you ever have any questions about anything radon, feel free to reach out.

06/20/2026

06/20/2026

What you see vs. what really matters.

These photos show five completed radon mitigation system installations, but the real science isn't what you see on the wall—it's what's happening beneath the concrete slab.

A properly designed radon system creates a pressure field under the foundation that captures soil gases and directs them toward the mitigation fan. The goal is to reverse the natural airflow that allows radon-laden soil gas to be drawn into your home through cracks, joints, utility penetrations, and other openings.

The challenge isn't simply moving air. It's creating enough sub-slab communication to pull soil gases toward the system without pulling conditioned air from the living space. That's where proper diagnostics, system design, and installation experience make all the difference.

Every home is different, which is why effective radon mitigation is based on building science—not just installing a fan and pipe.

These five systems may look similar above the slab, but each one was designed to solve the unique conditions below it.

Westman Radon
Protecting Manitoba homes with professional radon testing and mitigation.

06/20/2026

What you see vs. what really matters.
These photos show five completed radon mitigation system installations, but the real science isn't what you see on the wall—it's what's happening beneath the concrete slab.

A properly designed radon system creates a pressure field under the foundation that captures soil gases and directs them toward the mitigation fan. The goal is to reverse the natural airflow that allows radon-laden soil gas to be drawn into your home through cracks, joints, utility penetrations, and other openings.

The challenge isn't simply moving air. It's creating enough sub-slab communication to pull soil gases toward the system without pulling conditioned air from the living space. That's where proper diagnostics, system design, and installation experience make all the difference.
Every home is different, which is why effective radon mitigation is based on building science—not just installing a fan and pipe.

These five systems may look similar above the slab, but each one was designed to solve the unique conditions below it.

Westman Radon

What you see vs. what really matters.

06/01/2026

Westman Radon recently attended the Symposium on Radon and Radiation Protection, where industry professionals, researchers, and policymakers came together to discuss the latest developments in radon awareness, testing, and mitigation across Canada.

It was an incredibly informative event, with many important discussions about the progress already made and the initiatives currently underway. There are significant changes being implemented—and more in the works—to improve access to radon testing and mitigation services for all Canadian residents.
It's encouraging to see continued collaboration and commitment toward reducing radon exposure and making healthier indoor environments more accessible for everyone. We look forward to applying what we've learned and continuing to support our communities with the latest knowledge and best practices.