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Radon Test Certified Radon conducts a professional short-term radon test that meets the EPA’s radon testing standards. The testing device (a continuous radon monitor) will be placed in the lowest level of the home or building suitable for occupancy. Radon testing takes a minimum of 48 hours with 12 hours of closed-house conditions prior to testing. When the short-term test results are greater than 4 pCi/L, the EPA recommends that mitigation be performed. Make sure your test is performed by a certified individual. Radon Test Checklist For reliable test results, follow this radon testing checklist carefully. Improper testing may yield inaccurate results and require another test. Disturbing or interfering with the test devices or with closed-house conditions may invalidate the test results and is illegal in some states. If the seller or qualified tester cannot confirm that all items have been completed, another test must be taken. Notify the occupants of the importance of proper testing conditions. Give them a copy of this guide if possible and explain the directions carefully. Conduct the radon test for a minimum of 48 hours using the electorate ion chambers and maintain closed-house conditions for a minimum of 12 hours before the 48-hour test begins. The test will include methods to prevent or detect interference with testing conditions or with the testing devices itself. If the house has an active radon-reduction system, make sure the vent fan is operating properly. If the fan is not operating properly, have it (or ask to have it) repaired and then test. Maintain closed-house conditions during the entire duration of a short-term test, especially for tests shorter than one week in length. Operate the home's heating and cooling systems normally during the test. For tests lasting less than one week, operate only air-conditioning units which re-circulate interior air. Do not disturb the test devices at any time during the test. After the test, the devices will be picked up and taken to our laboratory where the results of the test will be determined. Results of the test will in most cases be e-mailed, faxed, or mailed to you within 12 hours after the laboratory has determined the results. Levels of radon 4 pCi/L or more: The EPA recommends that you take action to fix the home to reduce the level of radon gas. In most cases, a system with a vent pipe(s) and fan(s) is used to reduce the radon. Radon mitigation contractors may use other methods that may also work in your home. The right system depends on the design of your home and other factors. Only use a licensed, certified mitigation contractor to do the repairs. After the radon reduction system is installed, another radon test should take place in the same location as the last test was performed. Radon-Reduction (Mitigation) System Certified Radon takes pride in the quality and workmanship of our radon systems. We make sure the systems are designed to cosmetically fit your home and your liking. The systems are installed to meet state codes and the EPA’s radon mitigation standards. The most cost-effective and successful method of remediation is the sub-slab depressurization system (SSD).

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