General Manager, Chicago · Radon Mitigation Specialist · Historic Property Mitigation Expert
Tom Krone is the General Manager for Protect Environmental’s Chicago team, leading radon mitigation projects across the greater Chicagoland region. Originally part of Elliott & Associates, the first Illinois radon company founded in 1986, Tom specializes in technically sound, aesthetically mindful systems for historic homes, multifamily properties, and single-family residences across Chicago’s distinctive housing stock.
Tom Krone serves as General Manager for the Chicago team at Protect Environmental, where he leads radon mitigation projects throughout the Chicagoland region. Tom’s role centers on technical excellence, operational efficiency, and a deep respect for the architectural character of the buildings his team works on.
Originally part of Elliott & Associates, the first company in Illinois to perform radon measurement and mitigation, Tom joined Protect Environmental in 2022 following the company’s acquisition. Founded in 1986, Elliott & Associates installed more than 20,000 radon and chemical vapor mitigation systems before joining Protect Environmental, building a 36-year Chicagoland legacy of trust and craftsmanship that Tom continues to lead today.
With deep regional expertise, Tom specializes in designing radon mitigation systems that protect indoor air quality while preserving the architectural integrity of Chicago’s historic homes and buildings, from brick two-flats and greystones to bungalows and landmark-designated properties.
The Chicago region presents unique construction styles, foundation types, and municipal permitting requirements. Tom’s experience navigating these variables ensures projects move efficiently from assessment through installation and post-mitigation verification.
Tom leads projects across the greater Chicago metropolitan area, including:
The Chicagoland area is home to historic neighborhoods with older housing stock, including brick two-flats, greystones, bungalows, and landmark-designated properties. Standard mitigation approaches that work on suburban new builds rarely fit these structures without compromising their character.
Tom and his team prioritize:
This design-forward approach allows radon mitigation systems to protect occupant health without compromising curb appeal or historical character.
Tom’s team has extensive experience across both residential property types, with mitigation strategies tailored to each.
Single-family homes:
Multifamily Properties:
For larger residential properties, Tom’s approach includes:
Their experience across property types makes them a trusted partner for homeowners, landlords, and real estate stakeholders throughout the Chicago metropolitan area.
Radon mitigation in the Chicago area often requires local permitting and inspection approvals. Many municipalities across Cook, DuPage, Lake, and Kane counties have distinct requirements, and real estate transactions frequently impose tight timelines.
Tom’s team is experienced in:
This operational strength reduces delays and ensures compliance from start to finish, which matters most when a closing date is on the line.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas and a leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Tom’s work centers on improving long-term indoor environmental health through properly engineered mitigation systems.
By combining technical precision with thoughtful design, Tom ensures:
Leads Chicago operations following the acquisition of Elliott & Associates by Protect Environmental in May 2022. Oversees a highly experienced local team delivering technically sound, aesthetically mindful radon mitigation systems across single-family, multifamily, and historic properties throughout the greater Chicagoland region.
Part of the Elliott & Associates team, the first company in Illinois to perform radon measurement and mitigation. Founded in 1986, Elliott & Associates built a 36-year Chicagoland legacy of trust and craftsmanship, installing more than 20,000 radon and chemical vapor mitigation systems before joining Protect Environmental.
Tom and the Protect Environmental Chicago team serve the greater Chicagoland region, including the City of Chicago and surrounding suburbs across Cook, DuPage, Lake, Will, Kane, and McHenry counties. The team also coordinates with the broader Illinois operation across the state.
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Yes. Older homes often require creative routing and aesthetic planning to preserve architectural integrity while ensuring effective radon reduction across multiple foundation types. Chicago’s historic housing stock (brick two-flats, greystones, bungalows, and landmark properties) presents a particular challenge that Tom’s team specializes in addressing without compromising curb appeal or character.
In many Chicagoland municipalities, permits are required for radon mitigation system installation. Requirements vary across Cook, DuPage, Lake, Will, Kane, and McHenry counties. Tom’s team manages permitting and inspection coordination as part of every project, removing that burden from the homeowner or property manager.
Yes. Proper planning, scheduling, and system design allow mitigation to be completed efficiently while minimizing disruption to residents. Tom’s team coordinates with property managers and HOAs to phase work appropriately, communicate with tenants in advance, and complete installations with minimal impact on daily life.
National leader in radon mitigation, vapor intrusion, and indoor air quality. Chicago team operates from Bolingbrook, IL, serving the greater Chicagoland region.
Chicago Local OfficeWhether you live in a Lakeview greystone, a Bucktown two-flat, an Oak Park bungalow, or a newer development in the suburbs, Tom and the Protect Environmental Chicago team design mitigation systems that fit your home, not the other way around.
For multifamily owners, property managers, and real estate professionals working against closing timelines, the team handles permitting, scheduling, and post-installation verification so the project moves on schedule and meets every applicable code.
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