Radon And Your Home
What is Radon?
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas and is a byproduct of decaying uranium in the soil. Uranium in the soil and rock decay releasing radon gas in the form of radioactive particles, in turn these radioactive particles attach to dust in the home where they can be inhaled. Radon gas is colorless, odorless and tasteless and can only be detected through proper testing.
Why is Radon a Concern?
Radon is a concern because radon and its decay products release radioactive energy that can damage lung tissue. The more radon you are exposed to and the longer the exposure, the greater the risk of eventually developing lung cancer. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States resulting in 15,000 to 22,000 deaths per year, and is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers
Radon Levels in Southern Lower Michigan
The State of Michigan Health Department and the United States Environmental Protection Agency strongly recommend that ALL homebuyers, sellers and owners have their home tested for the presence of indoor radon. Hiring the services of Radon Measurement Professional that is certified by the National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP) is the only way to ensure that testing is performed according to ANSI-AARST Standard Protocol for Conducting Measurements of Radon in Homes.
Qualifications - Equipment - Pricing
- I am NRPP trained & certified to test for radon and am a member of AARST – The American Association of Radon Scientists.
- We use Sun Nuclear 1028 continuous radon monitors for short term testing
- A short term radon test is normally 48 to 60 hrs in duration and is typically conducted as part of a real estate transaction
- The cost for a short term radon test as part of a home inspection is $150.00
- We use Alpha Track radon detectors for long term testing
- A long term radon test is conducted for a minimum of 91 days
- The cost for a radon test not performed in conjunction with a home inspection is $200.00
- Follow up testing if required is $150.00 per test
Our Service Area
Neering Inspections LLC. Provides Home Inspections, radon testing, water testing, well & septic inspections in Southeastern Michigan including the cities of : Ann Arbor, Beverly Hills, Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, Brighton, Canton, Chelsea, Commerce, Dexter, Farmington, Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Fowlerville, Hamburg, Hartland, Highland, Howell, Jackson, Lathrup Village, Linden, Livonia, Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Kego Harbor, Pinckney, Plymouth, Redford, Royal Oak, Southfield, Southgate, South Lyon, Waterford, Westland, Wixom, White Lake, Whitmore Lake, Ypsilanti