Radon Testing
In-door Air Quality Consultants offers continuous read radon monitoring.
IAQ (In-door Air Quality Consultants) searched the world over in our quest
for the best training, equipment, and technicians this side of Youngstown.
What we received in return was a certification from the State of Ohio and
recognition by the EPA and the NEHA (National Environmental Health
Association).
In keeping this process as easy as possible (we hate doing things that
require lots of time and/or work) we are using continuous radon monitors,
models 1027, by Sun Nuclear. This device gives us an hourly reading in
chart form and can tell us if there was any amount of tampering within the
testing period. To make things even more simpler yet, we can have results
immediately upon retrieval of the device!!!
Current radon testing fees (as of Jan. 1,
2008) is $150.00 for a 48 hour
continuous read radon test. A $25.00 discount may apply when combined with
other services we offer. A travel and time fee may be accessed for tests
outside our normal service area.
What Is Radon?
Radon is a cancer-causing,
radioactive gas. The Surgeon General has warned that radon is the second
leading cause of lung cancer in the United States today. EPA and the
Surgeon General recommend testing all homes for radon. Testing is the only
way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon.
Radon Can Be Found All Over
The U.S.
Radon can be found all over the U.S. It can get into any
type of building - homes, offices, and schools - and build up to high
levels. But you and your family are mostly likely to get your greatest
exposure at home. That's where you spend most of your time.
EPA
Recommends the following testing steps:
Since there is no known safe level of radon, there can
always be some risk. But the risk can be reduced by lowering the radon
level in your home.
There are several proven methods to reduce radon in your
home, but the one primarily used is a vent pipe system and fan, which
pulls radon from beneath the house and vents it to the outside. This
system, known as a soil suction radon reduction system, does not require
major changes to your home.
The cost of reducing radon in your home depends on how
your home was built. The average house costs about $900.00 to $1300.00 for
a contractor to fix. The cost is much less if a passive system was
installed during construction.
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You should use a contractor who is trained to fix radon
problems. A qualified contractor can study the radon problem in your
home and help you pick the right treatment method.
Check with your home inspector for names of qualified or
state certified radon contractors in your area. Picking someone to fix
your radon problem is much like choosing a contractor for other home
repairs - you may want to get references and more than one estimate.
You should also test your home again after it is fixed
to be sure that radon levels have been reduced. Most soil suction radon
reduction systems include a monitor that will indicate whether the
system is operating properly. In addition, it's a good idea to retest
your home every two years to be sure radon levels remain low.
Note: This diagram is a
composite view of several mitigation options. The typical mitigation
system usually has only one pipe penetration through the basement floor;
the pipe may also be installed on the outside of the house. |
In-door Air Quality Consultants
(330) 733-6707
Check out the web-site for the EPA listed below. Just don't
forget to come back here when your done...were not finished yet!
www.epa.gov/iaq/radon/
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