Is it safe to be around a radon test?

• <div><p>A radon test has no effect on humans—only the radon in the air does. The test does not redistribute the radon that is already present so yes, it’s safe to be around the testing kit even if it isn’t safe to be in the room itself. The test absorbs and measures the radon, but doesn't absorb enough of it to make the room any safer.</p></div>

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Q: How is radon detection conducted professionally?

• <div><p>Professional radon detection involves placing test kits in the lowest lived-in level of the house for a period, usually 48 hours to several months, followed by lab analysis of collected data.</p></div>

Q: Can I do my own radon testing?

• <div><p>It is possible to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-test-for-radon.htm">test for radon yourself</a> using DIY radon test kits, but these at-home test kits should never be a replacement for professional radon testing. DIY test kits can provide some information about radon exposure in your house, but your indoor temperature and humidity can affect the results, as can improper usage of the test kit. You could save yourself some money by hiring a radon professional to begin with, and when it comes to your family&rsquo;s safety, hiring an experienced professional to do the testing is usually the best option.</p></div>

Q: Why is radon testing important?

• <div><p>Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause lung cancer; testing ensures safe indoor air quality.</p></div>

Q: How do I prepare for radon testing?

• <div><p>Avoid opening windows and keep doors closed during testing to obtain accurate readings.</p></div>

Q: Is it safe to be around a radon test?

• <div><p>A radon test has no effect on humans&mdash;only the radon in the air does. The test does not redistribute the radon that is already present so yes, it&rsquo;s safe to be around the testing kit even if it isn&rsquo;t safe to be in the room itself. The test absorbs and measures the radon, but doesn't absorb enough of it to make the room any safer.</p></div>

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ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

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Radon Detection and Reduction questions, answered by experts

Professional radon detection involves placing test kits in the lowest lived-in level of the house for a period, usually 48 hours to several months, followed by lab analysis of collected data.

It is possible to test for radon yourself using DIY radon test kits, but these at-home test kits should never be a replacement for professional radon testing. DIY test kits can provide some information about radon exposure in your house, but your indoor temperature and humidity can affect the results, as can improper usage of the test kit. You could save yourself some money by hiring a radon professional to begin with, and when it comes to your family’s safety, hiring an experienced professional to do the testing is usually the best option.

Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause lung cancer; testing ensures safe indoor air quality.

Avoid opening windows and keep doors closed during testing to obtain accurate readings.

A radon test has no effect on humans—only the radon in the air does. The test does not redistribute the radon that is already present so yes, it’s safe to be around the testing kit even if it isn’t safe to be in the room itself. The test absorbs and measures the radon, but doesn't absorb enough of it to make the room any safer.

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