Congratulations! You've tested your house for radon gas and discovered levels below the action levels recommended by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and the WHO (World Health Organization). Many people think that once they've tested, they never need to test again. But think of this, you go to the dentist and find out you have no cavities. Does that mean you never have to go to the dentist again? The question isn't if you should test again, rather it is, "how often should I test my home for radon?"
Over time, things can change. We can get a cavity even if we've never had one before and the radon levels in our home can increase. Another way to think of it is preventative - you go to the dentist for your cleaning and to quickly address any cavities you may have developed. Same thing goes with radon gas testing. Levels can change and you want to catch it quickly to avoid long term exposure for your family.
For the reasons listed above, it is important to test your home for radon multiple times. This doesn't mean you need to test your home every month, or even every six months. You should have your home tested for radon gas every 2-3 years in alternating seasons. However, if you do make structural changes to the home, it should be done when that construction is completed.
Click here to learn more about radon testing. Request a test from Utah Radon Services by filling out the form on this page or call us at 801-871-0715.
Radon is a radioactive gas that rises into homes from uranium in the soil underneath the building. This gas can pass through a home’s foundation and may lead to lung diseases, including lung cancer, for those inside. Although it can pass through the foundation, the cement and other materials still slow radon entry into the […]
Radon is an odorless, colorless, radioactive gas created when uranium breaks down in soil and rocks. It enters homes through cracks and pores in the foundation and construction joints, and long-term exposure can lead to lung cancer. In fact, radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States! With such […]
Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas created when uranium in soil decays. Uranium is found in varying levels in soil and rock worldwide but is present in high concentrations in Utah. As it decays, radon rises from the ground and into homes where it is inhaled and can cause lung cancer. In fact, one […]
