Radon FAQs

Where does radon come from?

Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive gas that is created from the breakdown of Uranium in the soil.

How does radon enter my house?

Radon comes up through the soil and rocks under your homes foundation, and seeps through cracks in the concrete walls and floors, floor drains, sump pumps, joints, and hollow brick block-walls.

Why haven't heard of radon health risks until recently?

Radon has always existed. but it wasn’t until the 1980s that unsafe radon levels were discovered inside homes across the United States.

What are the health risks?

Radon has always existed. but it wasn’t until the 1980s that unsafe radon levels were discovered inside homes across the United States.

How do I know if I have radon in my home?

Test your home with an EPA listed, or State certified easy-to-use inexpensive test kit, or by hiring an EPA-listed or State-certified radon measurement provider to test your home for you.

If I have a radon problem, can it be corrected?

Yes. The use of certified and insured professionals is recommended. State radon offices can recommend qualified mitigators. In some cases, radon problems can be fixed by the homeowners if they are an experienced do-it-yourselfer.

Will my neighbors random level indicate whether or not my home has a radon problem?

No. Radon concentrations vary from house to house. The only way to know for sure if you have a radon problem is to conduct a simple test.