Radon in your home?
Why test?
Radon is a radioactive gas that has been found in homes all over the U.S. You cannot see, taste, or smell radon so testing is the only way to find out the levels of radon in a home.
The EPA and Surgeon General say breathing radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and, if you smoke, your risk is even higher.
Radon comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water and gets into the air in a home through cracks and other holes in the foundation such as sump well.
Any home can have high levels of radon. This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with and without basements. Approximately 12% of homes in Michigan have dangerously elevated levels of radon.
Qwest Inspect uses state of the art electronic continuous reading monitors to detect radon levels. The test takes 48 hours and results are known virtually immediately. The monitor is equipped with motion detectors to ensure accurate results.
Call Qwest Inspect today for piece of mind in your home.
EPA Radon information 2016_a_citizens_guide_to_radon.pdf (epa.gov)
FAQs
If radon is found in my home, can it be fixed?
- Yes, a radon mitigation system can be installed in most homes for about $1000
How long does it take to perform the test?
- The test needs to be setup and run for 48 hours in a closed house environment.
Can I be in the home when the test is being performed?
- Yes, normal entry and exit is allowed, and the test is self-contained, and you will not even know it's there.