Choosing Between Short Term or Long Term Radon Testing
Determining the levels of radon gas is done by a certified radon testing professional. There are two basic types of radon testing - the short term and long term. Whichever method you choose, having your home tested for radon is a stepping stone to secure your family’s health.
Radon gas levels vary on a day-to-day basis and season. The Environment Protection Agency recognizes the temporal variation of radon levels and imposes short-term radon testing not as accurate as the long-term radon testing. EPA recommends undergoing a second short radon test for results above ten pCi/L. However, radon remediation is highly enforced for radon gas levels above four pCi/L.
Long-term radon testing, on the other hand, uses similar equipment such as the alpha track and electret detectors. The only difference between these methods is that the long-term as it implies requires more time to provide a reading that will determine your home’s year-round average radon level.
EPA recommends to test your home every year (for short term) and at least every two years for long-term radon testing. Radon gas levels may vary and change indefinitely. Radon testing is inexpensive and is a necessity to ensure your family’s health. Get your homes tested by a radon testing company and have it remediated or undergo mitigation if high levels of radon are detected. Avoid last minute problems and keep your entire family safe and sound!
About Radon-Rid, LLC:
Radon-Rid, LLC is a fully insured, licensed, and certified radon testing and radon mitigation company. We are certified by the PA-DEP (Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection) to perform radon testing and radon remediation services in Bucks County, Montgomery County, Chester County and Delaware County. Call us at (610) 624-6928 or contact Radon Rid to schedule or book an appointment to test your home for radon gas.
Radon-Rid, LLC
PA HIC Cert. # PA047660C
Mitigation Cert #2586
Testing Cert #2585
Radon Testing - The Difference Between Short Term and Long Term Testing
Most homeowners in Pennsylvania and tri-state frequently choose the short term radon testing method. It is the quickest way to determine radon gas levels. Short-term radon testing uses equipment that includes an alpha track, electret ion chamber, and the charcoal liquid scintillation detectors. The material is set to remain in your home within 2 to 90 days. The EPA urges that radon tests should be done for a minimum of 48 hours.Radon gas levels vary on a day-to-day basis and season. The Environment Protection Agency recognizes the temporal variation of radon levels and imposes short-term radon testing not as accurate as the long-term radon testing. EPA recommends undergoing a second short radon test for results above ten pCi/L. However, radon remediation is highly enforced for radon gas levels above four pCi/L.
Long-term radon testing, on the other hand, uses similar equipment such as the alpha track and electret detectors. The only difference between these methods is that the long-term as it implies requires more time to provide a reading that will determine your home’s year-round average radon level.
EPA recommends to test your home every year (for short term) and at least every two years for long-term radon testing. Radon gas levels may vary and change indefinitely. Radon testing is inexpensive and is a necessity to ensure your family’s health. Get your homes tested by a radon testing company and have it remediated or undergo mitigation if high levels of radon are detected. Avoid last minute problems and keep your entire family safe and sound!
About Radon-Rid, LLC:
Radon-Rid, LLC is a fully insured, licensed, and certified radon testing and radon mitigation company. We are certified by the PA-DEP (Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection) to perform radon testing and radon remediation services in Bucks County, Montgomery County, Chester County and Delaware County. Call us at (610) 624-6928 or contact Radon Rid to schedule or book an appointment to test your home for radon gas.
Radon-Rid, LLC
PA HIC Cert. # PA047660C
Mitigation Cert #2586
Testing Cert #2585
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