Radon levels often change with the seasons, with many homes showing lower readings in summer and higher levels in winter. However, a low summer reading does not guarantee low annual exposure. Let's see why year-round monitoring provides a more accurate picture of long-term indoor air quality and health risks.
Radon is an invisible, odorless gas with no warning signs, making testing essential for detection. This guide explains how to screen your home using short-term kits or continuous monitors, interpret results, and maintain long-term indoor air safety.
During National Home Improvement Month, homeowners should include radon testing in renovation plans, as upgrades can impact indoor radon levels. Testing before and after projects, along with continuous monitoring, helps ensure healthier indoor air quality and long-term safety.
A single radon test provides only a snapshot, as radon levels fluctuate over time. Continuous radon monitoring offers real-time data, tracks long-term trends, and helps homeowners maintain confidence in indoor air quality year-round.
Ion chamber radon technology delivers fast, lab-grade accuracy within minutes while continuously tracking radon levels over time. Unlike traditional test kits that provide delayed, one-time results, it offers real-time insights, making it a reliable, efficient standard for modern radon detection and long-term indoor air safety.
Radon gas can affect both new and old homes, as it enters buildings from the ground regardless of construction age. Because it is invisible and odorless, homeowners must rely on proper testing and monitoring to detect radon levels and protect their indoor air quality and health.
Radon is an invisible gas that can build up in homes and increase lung cancer risk. Winter and early spring are the best times to test because homes are more sealed, but testing can be done anytime. Regular testing or continuous monitoring helps ensure safe indoor air quality.
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There’s no completely safe radon level. The EPA recommends action at 4.0 pCi/L, while the WHO suggests 2.7 pCi/L. Levels below 2.0 pCi/L are generally low risk, but higher readings may require mitigation. Since radon fluctuates, continuous monitoring helps ensure your home stays at the lowest possible risk level.
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