No, radon levels vary due to soil, construction, and ventilation. Always test YOUR home.
Mitigation systems are recommended for radon levels of 4.0 pCi/L and above.
No. We believe in unbiased radon testing, installing systems would be a conflict of interest.
Our monitors detect movement and track temperature, barometric pressure and humidity. This helps detect if someone (i.e. a seller during a real estate transaction radon test moves the monitor outdoors or keeps a window open to dilute the air) tries to manipulate the test.
About 3 days total. 48 hours for data collection, plus setup and pickup.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water. It’s invisible, odorless, and tasteless, which means the only way to know your levels is to test.
Radon seeps up through the ground and can enter your home through cracks in the foundation, sump pits, gaps around pipes, and even well water in some cases.
Yes! Any home, old or new, can have high radon levels. Newer homes may even trap radon more effectively because they tend to be more airtight.
The EPA recommends testing your home every 2 years, or after major renovations, HVAC changes, or if you’ve added an addition or finished your basement.
Long-term exposure to radon increases your risk of lung cancer, even if you’ve never smoked. The risk is serious and cumulative over time.
Radon is an odorless, invisible gas, and the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. Radon testing is the only way to ensure your family’s safety.
