Radon Testing
You cannot see or smell radon. You can measure it.
Radon is a radioactive gas that rises from the soil and collects indoors, and long-term exposure is a leading cause of lung cancer. Levels vary house to house, even on the same street, so the only way to know is to test the home you are buying.
What it is
A minimum 48-hour test using a professional continuous radon monitor placed in the lowest livable level. The EPA recommends mitigation at 4 pCi/L or above.
Best for: Every buyer in Ohio
What we look at
- Monitor placed in the lowest livable level
- 48 hours of hour-by-hour readings
- Closed-house conditions per EPA protocol
- Tamper indicators on the monitor
- Note of any existing mitigation system
- Results explained alongside your report
Questions we hear often
How long does the test run?
At least 48 hours. We set the monitor, return to collect it, and send the results.
What if the level is high?
Radon can be reduced with a mitigation system installed by a licensed mitigator. In a purchase it is usually a negotiable item.
The neighbor tested low. Do I still need one?
Yes. Radon depends on the soil and the house itself, so a neighbor's result tells you very little about yours.
Why it pays off
- Electronic monitor, more reliable than charcoal kits
- Licensed Ohio Radon Tester #RT2127
- Bundles with any inspection
- Clear guidance if the level is elevated