Why Are More People Testing for Radon in 2020?
More and more homeowners are testing for radon in 2020. What is causing this shift in homeowner behavior and the demand for more home radon testing? Since homeowners are using their homes as offices now more than ever, and more people are aware of radon’s dangers, the demand for testing has increased. Changes in Radon Levels With more people testing for radon in 2020 than in recent years, have we seen any changes in the average radon levels? The average radon level in Pennsylvania, 8.6 pCi/L, is nearly identical to radon levels in previous years. County levels are also mostly the same, with only minute changes across years. Radon gas is about as prevalent today as in previous years. However, we have seen significant changes in how we work and learn, and that is why more people have been testing their homes for radon. New Home & Working Conditions In the past few months, a dramatically significant number of people are using their homes as their offices. More people a
