Radon Gas Testing

 To ensure your radon test is accurate, you will need to prepare the home for appropriate testing conditions. These are things you need to prepare and keep an eye out for

1) Closed Conditions for 12 Hours

To provide the most accurate test for you, you will need to make sure the home is closed for at least 12 hours before, and during, the test. This means all windows and exterior doors are closed. Normal entry and exit usage is okay.

2) Test Must Be In the Lowest Occupied Level

For radon testing, the device is placed in the lowest occupied level in your home. This is where radon gas enters through, and will provide the accurate readings of your radon levels. For most homes, this would be the basement. For properties with no basement, it would be placed in the lowest area regularly used, such as the living room.

3) Maintain Indoor Temperature Between 67-77 Degrees Fahrenheit

For maximum accuracy during testing, it is best to keep the indoor environment within usual indoor conditions. If the temperature inside gets overly hot or cold, it has the potential to affect the hourly reading of the sensor.

4) Continuous Air Sampling for a Minimum of 48 Hours

While you can buy a DIY radon test kit from a local store, these one-time kits are particularly sensitive to humidity and are based on one sample of the air. Our devices continuously sample and analyze the air for at least 48 hours, which secures a more accurate result. Results of testing are available the same day that the continuous sampling is completed.

5) Avoid Moving the Device

The testing device must remain in place for the full 48 hours of testing. Moving the device can affect the readings of the device, potentially requiring retesting to ensure an accurate result. If you have any concerns regarding device placement or movement, please contact our office.

6) Avoid Using These Devices During Testing

Some devices may have an affect on the testing, particularly if they are used in proximity to the monitoring unit. Avoid using fireplaces and wood stoves if they are not your main source of heat. Keep fans in the areas near the device off (ceiling fans on differing floors are ok), and make sure that any central air conditioning are on the ‘Auto’ setting. This will help keep secondary air effects from altering the testing environment.