The above map should serve as a guide to determine radon levels in your area, simply click on the map for a more detailed view. REMEMBER, the map is only a guide, the EPA recommends that EVERY home should be tested on a regular bases. Radon is the number 2 cause of lung cancer KILLING 22,000 Americans every year.
Radon Measurement samples can be collected by home owners. Laboratory fees are $65 for two samples and shipping is approximately $25. The total costs to the homeowner including laboratory results and consulting is usually less than $100. For real estate transactions it is recommended that a radon measurement technician be utilized to place radon measurement devices in a building, this alleviates any conflict of interest. The fees charged by radon measurement technicians vary geographically.
The two links below can be used to find a radon measurement technician in your area.
If radon levels in your home exceed the EPA recommended levels, we will assist you in locating a certified professional that is properly trained to install a radon reduction system; this service is included in the testing fee. American Radon Laboratory will not accept compensation from radon mitigation contractors for referring home owners as we feel this would be a conflict of interest. The average cost for retrofitting a home with a radon reduction system is less than $1000. The cost to install a radon mitigation system by a builder during construction is typically less than $400. American Radon Laboratory and the EPA endorses and promotes the installation of radon mitigation systems during construction.
Get educated about radon risks and insist on protecting your family.
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