Frequently Asked Questions About Radon Testing

 The fresh air outside has very little radon in it. However, inside your home, it is different. This invisible, odorless, deadly, radioactive gas can build up indoors, entering through cracks and cavities in walls, floors, water supplies, etc. Protect your family from radon by testing. Want to know more about radon testing? Let us help you here by answering some frequently asked questions about radon testing.

Why should you test for radon?

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. According to statistics, on average, one out of every fifteen U.S. homes has a radon problem. The only way to know whether or not your home has a radon problem is to test for it.

When should you test for radon?

As radon levels can change over time, you need to test for radon at regular intervals. Also, get radon testing done,

• when you have moved into a new house
• when you are remodeling your home, especially the basement
• if you have made changes to your air conditioning, ventilation or heating systems

How should you test for radon?

One of the very frequently asked questions about radon testing is how to do it. Testing for radon is no rocket science. You can buy DIY kits easily available in the market at hardware stores or home improvement stores. You can also hire a professional certified radon tester to come to your home. A professional can advise you about the proper way to test, get you an accurate result, and tell you about the next steps if remediation is needed.

What are the different kinds of radon testing?

There are two types of radon tests - short term (2 to 7 days) and long term (3 to 12 months). You can start with a short term test from the lowest level of your home where you and your family spend time. If your home has a radon level of 4 pCi/L or higher, test it again - this time you can use the long term test kit.

When do you need to call professionals?

If both the short term and long term radon testing kits show a radon concentration of 4 pCi/L or higher, get in touch with radon remediation specialists immediately. Remember, while testing for radon at home is easy and economical, it is always wise to call radon testing and mitigation professionals because they can conduct professional, flawless radon testing and can carry out remediation services right away to fix your radon problem.

Radon-Rid, LLC is a fully insured, licensed, and certified radon testing and radon inspection company offering services in Chester County, Bucks County, Berks County, Lancaster County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, and Philadelphia County. They are among the best in business in this locality because they have the latest, up-to-date equipment, licensed and certified, knowledgeable radon reduction specialists. They also offer free, on-site walkthroughs to trace the radon levels. To answer more frequently asked questions about radon testing and get information on the services offered to address your radon problems, contact Radon-Rid or call at (610) 222-2273.