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RADON INSPECTION NEWARK

Radon is likely the most pervasive and serious hazard for indoor air in the United States today. An invisible, radioactive gas can be found beneath buildings and permeates upward through the foundation and into the living space. In fact, the U.S. Surgeon General has warned that radon contributes to tens of thousands of lung cancer deaths every year, and is the second leading cause of lung cancer today. If you smoke and your home has high levels of radon, your risk is especially high for getting lung cancer. In order to ensure levels within your home are safe, radon gas testing is crucial. Before buying a home, it is highly recommended that the radon levels be inspected for safety of the occupants. Radon-resistant construction features are the best way to ensure your home stays protected from the dangers of radon. The EPA suggests that any home with a radon level exceeding 4 picocuries per liter (pCI/L) should receive corrective action and changes are to be made. Did you know that nearly 90% of homes in the Essex area fall within the moderate radon potential zone? Even homes <4pCi/L pose a risk and in most cases can be reduced if changes are implemented. The fact is, radon has been found in homes all over the United States. Our home inspectors can give you peace of mind regarding radon by:

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Performing a Certified Radon Home Inspection
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Ensuring No Device Interference While Testing
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Utilizing State-of-the-Art Technology to Ensure Accurate Readings
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Recommending Interventions When Necessary

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InterNACHI Certification Badge signifying the home inspector is certified in radon inspection and can perform a safe procedure in the home.
EPA diagram indicating the dangers of radon in the home and the likelihood that radon could be contributing to negative health repercussions.
A picture of lungs and text indicating that radon can be responsible for 21,000 lung cancer related deaths each year which calculates to 58 deaths per day. It is important to get your radon levels checked in the home.
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Why Should I Test for Radon?
​The natural breakdown uranium in soil, rock, and water underneath your home can enter your home through cracks in the foundation and other airways - even through well water. Your home (whether new or old), can trap this radon inside and put your family at significant risk for health complications. It is estimated that one in every 15 homes in the United States has an elevated radon level that is considered unsafe. 

Surgeon General Health Advisory (2005)
The U.S. Surgeon General feels so strongly about the risks associated with radon that a health advisory was released to the general public. Since testing is the only way to know if your home is at risk for radon exposure, all homes below the third floor should be inspected. Indoor radon presents a significant health risk when breathed over a long period of time and it is important to know that it can be prevented. A simple test can identify a radon exposure threat and be fixed through industry-standard venting techniques. It is impossible to accurately predict the radon levels by state or neighborhood measurements. Relying on readings from similar homes nearby can be dangerous and highly inaccurate. Our radon inspection services allow you to identify problems and contact companies to implement necessary radon mitigation strategies. The local state radon office can provide further details.

Selling a Home
Should you think of selling a home that has already been tested for radon, it is important to review the Radon Testing Checklist to ensure the job was done successfully. It can be very beneficial to have these results in-hand and presentable to a buyer. Even if a test was previously conducted, a buyer may ask for a new test. This most often occurs when certain checklist items were not met, the test was not recent (within 2 years), new home renovations have taken place since radon levels were inspected, or the buyer plans to utilize a level in the house that was lower than was tested (consistent basement use).

Homes Without Prior Radon Tests
It is recommended to take a radon inspection test as soon as possible. Testing before a home is placed on the market is preferred. Before trusting your radon testing to a "licensed professional", verify their licensure with the state radon office. A list of businesses following standards within the state can be provided to you at request. If unavailable, the contractor themselves should be able to present a professional proficiency or credential signifying certification was met. If in doubt, check with the credentialing organization to verify. Whenever a contract is implemented for radon testing to be done, it is important to follow the checklist to ensure the appropriate measures are taken. The location of the test, the inspector completing the test, the type of radon inspection test, the date of the test, the exchange of results (between buyer and seller), mitigation strategies and subsequent payment details should all be spelled out.

Home Buyers
It is your decision whether or not to accept a previous test for radon levels within the property. You also many ask that an additional test be performed by a qualified radon tester to get the most current results. When making this decision, it is important to factor in a number of things. Firstly, examine the previous results, the inspector who completed the test, and where in the structure the test was completed to determine which avenue to pursue. If the prior results were recent and favorable, then a new test is likely not needed. Secondly, home buyers should consider any alterations to the home that have taken place since the most recent test - especially regarding the HVAC system. Even small changes can result in radon influx that was not identified on a prior test.

Radon-Resistant Features of a Home
Specific techniques implemented to mitigate radon levels may vary for different sites. Typically, buildings are considered radon-resistant when the following are implemented with the initial construction:
  • Gas-Permeable Layer: Below the flooring system, a layer of clean gravel (or similar material) is used to allow soil gas to freely-move underneath the structure. Homes that include a basement or slab foundation structure require this type of layer.
  • Plastic Covering: Sheets of plastic (with sealed seams) are to be placed directly over the gravel in a crawlspace area. By sealing the seam, it prevents the soil gas from entering areas of the home.
  • Caulking: Any openings in the foundation that are below-grade should be sealed and/or caulked to reduce gas entry into the home.
  • Venting: PVC pipes measuring 3 or 4-inches should run from the gas-permeable layer up through the roof of the home to safely vent gases to the outside, avoiding a rise in internal radon levels.
  • Junction Boxes: Within the attic, electrical junction boxes are used to help make the vent fan easier to install. From a wiring perspective, it is more simple to activate/deactivate systems based on radon levels and the need to expel when the junction box is present. Vent alarms are important for indicating malfunctions in the fan which can contribute to elevated radon levels.

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"Our radon inspection went as planned, but it was important for our family to ensure the home was not at unsafe levels.”

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