Got Radon? ...Get Tested!

You cannot see, smell or taste Radon; however, it may be a problem in your home or a property you are purchasing. Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium that is found in nearly all soils. This gas moves through the earth and enters buildings through cracks and/or holes in foundations and floors and accumulates. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Surgeon General have identified Radon gas as the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Living in a home with elevated radon readings for a long period of time significantly increases your chances of contracting the disease. The risk is even more pronounced if you smoke or have ever smoked.

The only way to determine if you are at risk from Radon is to perform testing. The EPA and Surgeon General recommend testing for all homes below the third floor for Radon. The EPA also recommends that all schools be tested. However, since Radon can get into any building, it is certainly advisable to test office and other buildings as well. EPA recommends that homes with high Radon concentration above 4pCi/L be mitigated. There are many straight-forward reduction techniques that will work in almost any home.

ValueGuard's Radon technicians are certified by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Radiation Protection, Radon Division. In Pennsylvania, ValueGuard utilizes continuous electronic radon monitors which detect any unusual readings of radon, temperature and humidity caused by opening the surrounding windows. Tilt and power sensors detect if the monitor is moved to a different location. Hourly barometric pressure readings will even help detect unusual radon averages due to extreme weather conditions. All data is reviewed for any sign of suspected tampering by a team of trained professionals. At ValueGuard our PA Radon testing is reliable, accurate and easy to perform for our clients.

3 Easy Ways to Schedule a Pennsylvania Radon Test with ValueGuard.

1. Give us a call at 800-965-8520 and talk with one of our customer service representatives.
2. Chat with us online with the button to the right, if we are online (typically during normal business hours).
3. Schedule you radon testing online here.