Five Alarm Inspections Radon Testing
Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas. Radon cannot be seen, smelled or tasted, but it may be a problem in your home. It is formed by the natural radioactive decay of uranium in rock, soil, and water. It can be found in all 50 states. Testing for it is the only way of telling how much is present. It is well worth the nominal cost for testing.
Radon Testing
The EPA and The Surgeon General recommend having your home tested for radon. At the time of inspection, we will activate a continuous radon testing device in your home. After the test is complete, we will check the levels and give you the results. It's that simple.
What if Our Home Has Unsafe Radon Levels?
There is a solution to unsafe radon levels. The process for reducing radon to acceptable levels in your home is called Mitigation.
Radon FAQs
What is the average level of radon found in homes in the U.S.?
Based on results from a Based on a national residential radon survey in 1991, the average indoor radon level is about 1.3 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) in the air in the United States. The average outdoor level is about 0.4 pCi/L. Unsafe levels are considered to be 4 picocuries per liter in the air (pCi/L) or higher.
What are the health effects of exposure to radon?
Radon exposure shows no immediate symptoms. Based on EPA Assessment of Risks from Radon in Homes, radon in indoor air is estimated to cause about 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year in the United States.
What is Radon Mitigation?
If it is confirmed that you have elevated radon levels of 4 picocuries per liter in the air (pCi/L) or higher, you may want to find a certified Mitigation Specialist. They can install a radon-reduction system in your home. These reduction systems can reduce the levels in your home up to 99%. Depending on the size and design of your home, mitigation costs average about the same as other common home repairs.