What is Radon?

 Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that comes from the breakdown of radioactive materials in rock and soil. It occurs naturally, and mixes harmlessly with the air outdoors.   

It can be a problem indoors, and testing is the only certain way to know your level of exposure to Radon. Today's modern airtight homes make it essential to ensure good air quality in the home.  It's estimated that 1 in 15 American homes have an elevated level of radon gas. 

Radon can cause damage to cells in the lungs. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, after smoking, and causes more than 21,000 deaths a year. When radon and radon decay products are inhaled, they can cause damage to the cells and tissues of the lungs, which can lead to lung cancer over the course of a lifetime.

A high radon reading is no reason to panic.  No matter how high your radon levels are, you can be confident that a radon mitigation specialist will be able to reduce radon levels effectively and affordably. 

We've been testing for radon for more than 20 years.

We don't install radon mitigation, so  you can trust us to be impartial about your results.  We are certified through the state and the National Radon Safety Board (NRSB), so you can also trust that we are up to date with our licensing, continuing education, and certifications.

We use our equipment for 48-hour radon testing, mostly for real estate buying and selling.   More and more, home buyers are asking about radon levels before they buy a home. Because real estate sales happen quickly, there is often little time to deal with radon and other issues.
Buyers can test as part of the home inspection process. Buyers frequently want tests by someone who is not involved in the home sale.  
If you've never had a radon test in your own  home, it's a good idea to test.  It's never too late to mitigate a radon problem!
We can test post-mitigation, too, to make sure that your new radon mitigation system is working properly.  The EPA recommends that homeowners test every two years as part of regular home maintenance.