Residential Radon Testing Requirements

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What do I need to do before getting my home tested for Radon?   

CLOSED BUILDING CONDITION REQUIREMENTS 

- 12hrs before test and for the duration of test

• · All windows in the house (including the basement) must be kept closed.
• · All doors leading to the outside must be kept closed, except for normal entry 
• · Heat and air conditioning may be used, with the fan in the AUTO mode.
• · Whole house fans should not be used. 
• · Ceiling fans, portable dehumidifiers and air filters should not be used within 20 feet of a monitor.
• · Fireplaces should not be used during the test period and the flu damper should be kept closed.
• · Dryers, range hoods and bathroom exhaust fans can be used in moderation.
• · If your home has a radon mitigation system, the system shall be running for at least 24 hours prior and continuously during the testing period.
• · If the home is unoccupied, the heating or air conditioning system must be set to maintain a constant temperature within +/-5 degrees F of 72°F.  it.

When we arrive we will determine how many monitors will need to be used and where they will need to be placed. Each foundation will require a test... basement, above crawlspace, slab on grade. Our all tests run for 48 hours 

Buying or selling your home? Buying a house and want a radon test done right away! Give us a call we will set it up for you. Selling your home and the radon test failed? Although we don't install radon mitigation systems we can do the post test after the system has been installed and running 24hrs.