ASTM E1465-92 - 1.1.1992
 
1. Scope

1.1 This guide covers design and construction methods for reducing radon entry into new low-rise residential buildings, and methods for facilitating postconstruction radon mitigation.

1.2 These methods are based on radon mitigation procedures that have been used successfully for various foundation types, and include options to accommodate regional construction practices and site conditions.

1.3 These methods should not be considered as the only acceptable methods available to reduce indoor radon levels, and are not intended to preclude or limit the use of other effective options.

1.4 This guide is intended to assist designers, builders, building officials and others involved in the construction of low-rise residential buildings.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D2241-20

Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Pressure-Rated Pipe (SDR Series)

D2282-99

Standard Specification for Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Plastic Pipe (SDR-PR)

D2466-23

Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe Fittings, Schedule 40

D2661-21

Standard Specification for Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Schedule 40 Plastic Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipe and Fittings

D1785-21a

Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe, Schedules 40, 80, and 120 (Includes all amendments and changes 10/8/2021).

C127-15

Standard Test Method for Relative Density (Specific Gravity) and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate (Withdrawn 2024)

C33-07

Standard Specification for Concrete Aggregates

C29/C29M-23

Standard Test Method for Bulk Density (“Unit Weight”) and Voids in Aggregate

E1643-18a

Standard Practice for Selection, Design, Installation, and Inspection of Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth or Granular Fill Under Concrete Slabs (Includes all amendments and changes 2/21/2018).

E631-15

Standard Terminology of Building Constructions

D2751-05

Standard Specification for Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Sewer Pipe and Fittings (Withdrawn 2014)

D2729-21

Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings

D2665-20

Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipe and Fittings

E1745-17(2023)

Standard Specification for Plastic Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Soil or Granular Fill under Concrete Slabs

F891-23

Standard Specification for Coextruded Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe With a Cellular Core

F628-23

Standard Specification for Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Schedule 40 Plastic Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipe With a Cellular Core

F405-13

Standard Specification for Corrugated Polyethylene (PE) Pipe and Fittings (Withdrawn 2015)

E2121-21

Standard Practice for Installing Radon Mitigation Systems in Existing Low-Rise Residential Buildings