Radon Testing

Understanding radon is crucial for ensuring the safety of your home and loved ones. This colorless, odorless gas can pose serious health risks if not properly managed. It's important to test your home for radon levels and take necessary mitigation steps to ensure a safe living environment. Taking action today can lead to a healthier tomorrow.

What is Radon Testing?

Testing for radon in your home is recommended by the Minnesota Department of Health and should be done every 2-5 years. Testing should be done after making changes to your home such as an addition or finishing the basement. Our technicians are licensed by the Minnesota Department of Health to test your home for radon and use top-of-the-line testing equipment to properly measure radon levels.

Results (pCi/L)	Action
0-1.9	Retest every 2-5 years
2-3.9	Consider having a radon mitigatin system installed
4 or greater	Should have a radon mitigation system installed

Source: Minnesota Department of Health

Source: SunRADON

How Does Radon Enter Your Home?

Source: Minnesota Department of Health

Soil is the main source of radon entering your home
Radon enters your home several different ways. This can include cracks in concrete slabs, cracks in wall joints, open sump pump baskets and crawlspaces.
Differences in air pressure in the home and the soil can pull radon in through the different pathways.