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 often should I get radon testing done in my home?

• <div><p>You should have a professional test for radon every <b>two to five years</b>. A good rule of thumb is to get testing done every five years if you&rsquo;ve never had an issue before and every two years if you have. You may also want to schedule testing if you notice symptoms of radon exposure or if you do intermittent DIY radon testing and notice changes in your levels between tests. If you have an active radon monitor, you can schedule testing if you notice levels increasing over time.</p></div>

Q: What is the price range for conducting a radon test in a home?

• <div><p>Testing typically costs between $150 and $500, depending on the method used and the number of areas tested.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to see test results?

• <div><p>A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won&rsquo;t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed. </p></div>

Q: How are samples collected during testing?

• <div><p>Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.</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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Cascade Radon Inc

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Cascade Radon Inc

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 99% of Angi customers

The Northwest's most experienced firm. Residential and commercial radon testing, mitigation, and system design for homes, schools, businesses. Radon-resistant design for new homes. We have been EPA-certified for over 25 years. Award winning. Radon is not a secondary endeavor for us… it’s all we do.

"Excellent from beginning to end. Very professional outfit from initial visit, quote, scheduling, work, followup. Price was reasonable, work quality went above and beyond, and radon levels dropped well below even the contractual level."

Claude S on April 2021

"Excellent from beginning to end. Very professional outfit from initial visit, quote, scheduling, work, followup. Price was reasonable, work quality went above and beyond, and radon levels dropped well below even the contractual level."

Claude S on April 2021

Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

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

You should have a professional test for radon every two to five years. A good rule of thumb is to get testing done every five years if you’ve never had an issue before and every two years if you have. You may also want to schedule testing if you notice symptoms of radon exposure or if you do intermittent DIY radon testing and notice changes in your levels between tests. If you have an active radon monitor, you can schedule testing if you notice levels increasing over time.

Testing typically costs between $150 and $500, depending on the method used and the number of areas tested.

A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

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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