What Swat Environmental does

SWAT Environmental (legally SWAT Group, Inc.) is a private U.S. radon mitigation services company founded in 1988 by Christopher Coffey and acquired in 2002 by Jamey Gelina, a former realtor. Headquartered in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area (New Berlin, WI regional office) and operating under CEO Bill Sublette, the company positions itself as America's largest radon mitigation specialist, with 100,000+ cumulative systems installed across 28 states and a fleet of regional offices in Michigan, Colorado, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Wisconsin.

The core technology is sub-slab depressurization (active soil depressurization), which draws radon-laden soil gas from beneath a structure through a pipe network and continuously running fan, venting it above the roofline. SWAT offers a deep product matrix across foundation types (Standard Sub-Slab, Interior Sub-Slab, Exterior Sub-Slab, Second Tap variants, Garage Attic, Crawlspace Membrane, Passive systems, and waterborne radon mitigation), augmented by a U-tube manometer pressure gauge for 24/7 visual fan-operation confirmation. Free and paid radon test kits (activated charcoal, short-term 2–7 day, long-term 90+ day) feed the install pipeline, with Air Chek as the embedded third-party lab partner.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time residential radon mitigation installations at a starting price of $749 and an average of ~$1,440, plus recurring commercial inspection and OM&M (Operations Manual and Maintenance) contracts for HUD/Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac-financed multifamily properties. Go-to-market mixes field sales (in-home quote and install by local certified technicians) with inside sales (1-800-NO-RADON and 1-844-331-6440 toll-free lines, online quote forms, SMS appointment reminders). Customer segments span residential homeowners, commercial property owners/managers, real estate professionals, new construction builders, and senior living facilities, with multi-channel SEO-driven digital marketing and lung-cancer-awareness partnerships (EPA, CDC, ALA) supporting lead generation.

Name

Swat Environmental

Legal name

SWAT Group, Inc.

Website

https://swat-radon.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

SWAT Environmental (SWAT Group, Inc.) is the largest U.S. radon mitigation services company, installing sub-slab depressurization systems in residential, commercial, new construction, and senior living properties across 28 states, with a focus on real estate transaction-driven turnaround.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Radon Mitigation Services

NAICS

Remediation Services (562910)

SIC

Construction - Special Trade Contractors (1700), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Radon Mitigation & Ventilation Services (HSAOAIAK)

Keywords

• Radon mitigation services
• Radon testing
• Sub-slab depressurization
• Indoor air quality
• Radon-resistant construction

Headquarters

HQ city

Milwaukee

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Radon Mitigation System Installation: One-time installation of radon mitigation systems for residential, commercial, and new construction properties. Pricing varies based on structure type, radon levels, foundation type, and home age. Follow-up testing is included post-installation.
2. Radon Testing Services: Free radon test kits provided to customers for initial testing, with analysis by independent third-party laboratories. Additional testing kits available for post-installation verification and ongoing monitoring.
3. Commercial Radon System Inspection Program: Ongoing inspection and maintenance services for commercial and multifamily properties with existing radon mitigation systems, including regulatory compliance assistance and detailed reporting.
4. Commercial & Multifamily Inspection Services: Comprehensive inspection services for existing radon mitigation systems in commercial properties, HUD/FHFA financed properties, apartment complexes, and senior living facilities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SWAT Environmental designs, installs, and services radon mitigation systems for residential homes, commercial and multifamily buildings, real estate transactions, and new construction projects using active soil depressurization and related sub-slab, garage/attic, crawlspace membrane, and passive system variants. The company also supplies radon test kits and provides commercial inspection and regulatory compliance programs for multifamily and HUD/Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac-financed properties.

Product overview

SWAT Environmental (SWAT Group, Inc.) offers a comprehensive portfolio of radon mitigation products and services, functioning as a single unified service offering rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core offering centers on radon mitigation systems (including Standard Sub-Slab, Interior Sub-Slab, Exterior Sub-Slab, and Crawlspace Membrane variants) and radon testing products (Activated Charcoal Test Kits, Short-Term 2-7 day kits, and Long-Term 90+ day kits). Services are segmented by customer type: Residential, Commercial, Real Estate, and New Construction. Additional offerings include a Commercial & Multifamily Radon Systems Inspection Program. The company does not offer a software platform or digital product; all offerings are service-based.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Radon Mitigation Systems Active soil depressurization systems installed in homes and buildings, comprising pipes and a continuously running fan that pulls radon gas from beneath the foundation and vents it above the roofline. Available in standard, interior, exterior, second tap, passive, garage/attic, crawlspace membrane, and waterborne variants to fit specific foundation and structural configurations.
• Activated Charcoal Radon Test Kits Free DIY radon testing kit using activated charcoal absorption. Each kit includes the test device, instruction sheet, and prepaid return mailer; samples are analyzed by an independent third-party laboratory with results returned in 3-5 business days. Provided to customers requesting testing through SWAT's website.
• Short-Term Radon Test Kits 2-7 day radon test kits employing alpha track detectors, charcoal canisters, charcoal liquid scintillation detectors, or cardboard devices for a quick snapshot of radon levels in a structure. Suitable for real estate transactions and initial assessments.
• Long-Term Radon Test Kits 90+ day radon test kits that provide a year-round average radon level reading, offering a more accurate assessment of long-term exposure than short-term tests. Used for thorough pre-mitigation testing and post-installation verification.
• Residential Radon Mitigation Services End-to-end radon mitigation services for residential homeowners, including initial testing, system design and installation (Standard Sub-Slab, Interior, Exterior, Crawlspace, Passive, Garage/Attic variants), and post-installation verification testing to confirm radon levels below the EPA 4.0 pCi/L action level. Most systems installed in 2-4 hours.
• Commercial Radon Mitigation Services Radon mitigation services for commercial buildings, multifamily housing, senior living and assisted living communities, and government properties. Includes active soil depressurization (ASD) system design, installation, and supporting Operations Manual and Maintenance (OM&M) program documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Real Estate Radon Services Radon testing and mitigation services tailored for real estate transactions. Provides pre-sale testing, buyer/seller negotiation support, and rapid-turnaround mitigation designed to keep transactions on schedule within tight inspection periods and closing deadlines.
• New Construction Radon Mitigation Systems Radon-resistant new construction (RRNC) services for residential and commercial builders. Includes passive sub-slab depressurization system installation during construction, ICC Appendix F compliance, and optional conversion to active systems using fans.
• Commercial and Multifamily Radon Systems Inspection Program Recurring inspection and maintenance program for existing radon mitigation systems in multifamily and commercial properties (including HUD/FHFA-financed assets, apartment complexes, and senior living facilities). Includes regulatory compliance assistance, detailed reporting, and ongoing system maintenance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Can reduce radon levels by up to 99%
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• American Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists (AARST)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSWAT Environmental is affiliated with AARST (now known as Indoor Environments Association - IEA), the leading trade association for radon best practices and mitigation standards. Their technicians follow AARST protocols and the organization paves the way for better and more effective ways to keep homes and businesses safe from radon exposure.
• National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSWAT Environmental technicians are NRPP-certified, ensuring they perform to industry standards and deliver the highest quality radon mitigation services. NRPP is a leading certification organization for radon professionals.
• National Radon Safety Board (NRSB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSWAT Environmental technicians are trained and certified to NRSB standards. The NRSB provides certification for radon measurement and mitigation professionals.
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSWAT Environmental aligns with EPA radon guidelines and standards. The EPA designates radon zones, sets action levels (4.0 pCi/L), and provides radon safety guidelines that SWAT follows. Founder Christopher Coffey was one of the first radon professionals to participate in the EPA Radon Contractor Proficiency Program.
• American Lung AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSWAT Environmental participates in American Lung Association awareness campaigns including Lung Cancer Awareness Month (November) and World Lung Cancer Day (August 1). The ALA identifies radon as a serious public health risk and the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers.
• International Code Council (ICC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSWAT Environmental partners with builders to ensure Appendix F compliance in their states. ICC's Appendix F speaks to radon control methods adopted by builders nationwide, including subfloor preparation, soil-gas-retarder installation, entry route sealing, and vent pipe requirements.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Air Chek: Largest U.S. provider of radon test kits and laboratory analysis services; comparable as a critical vendor whose test kits and lab analysis underpin SWAT's customer testing workflow.
• AARST / Indoor Environments Association (IEA): National nonprofit trade association that sets radon mitigation standards and certifies professionals; comparable as the governing industry body that shapes SWAT's protocols, technician certifications, and customer-facing trust signals.

Broad incumbents

• RadonAway: Leading manufacturer and supplier of radon mitigation fans and components used by radon mitigation contractors nationwide; comparable as a closely adjacent ecosystem player whose products are specified into SWAT's mitigation systems.
• National Radon Defense (NRD): National distributor and training provider for radon mitigation professionals; comparable as a national-scale platform serving radon mitigation contractors across multiple states with training, equipment, and brand standards similar to SWAT's operations.
• ServiceMaster (Terminix/ServiceMaster Restore): Large national home services platform offering remediation, restoration, and specialty environmental services; comparable as a potential roll-up acquirer or competitive threat in adjacent residential environmental services categories.

Direct peers

• First Defense Radon Mitigation: Radon mitigation contractor serving multiple U.S. markets with residential testing and sub-slab depressurization installations; comparable as a direct competitor with similar service offering, customer base, and certification standards.
• The Radon Company: Multi-state radon testing and mitigation service provider offering residential and commercial radon mitigation; directly comparable as a regional radon services competitor using similar sub-slab depressurization systems and serving homeowner and real estate segments.
• Pinnacle Radon Mitigation: Regional radon mitigation contractor providing residential and commercial testing and mitigation systems; directly comparable as a competing installer using sub-slab depressurization technology in similar end markets.
• Radon Fix: Regional radon mitigation and testing company providing residential radon reduction services; comparable as a direct service competitor with similar customer segment focus on homeowners and real estate transactions.
• AmeriTech Radon Mitigation: Regional radon mitigation and environmental services provider operating across multiple states; directly comparable as a competing service provider offering residential and commercial radon testing and mitigation with certified technicians.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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