Raleigh Radon Testing
Our radon testing equipment is the most accurate available - the E-Perm system. We own the detection devices and the reading equipment and obtain the results right in our office. We do not use charcoal canisters as they are only accurate to within 20% and are sensitive to temperature and humidity. Our equipment has a tamper monitoring system and we can use a temperature/pressure monitor for even greater security for an additional $25.
The following are common questions:
Q. What is Radon?
A: Radon is a cancer-causing radio-active gas that cannot be seen or smelled and is present in North Carolina. It comes from the earth and can permeate into living spaces of a house.
Q. Should I have my home tested for Radon?
A. Yes, the EPA strongly recommends testing on every home. During our Radon testing in Raleigh, and surrounding areas in Wake County and other counties, we have found many homes that have several times the EPA's limit.
Q. Why is Raleigh Radon a concern?
A. According to the EPA, Radon is the number two cause of lung cancer, right behind smoking. Smoking actually amplifies the risk of lung cancer.
Q: How can my home, or the one I am about to purchase be tested?
A: Clear Choice Home Inspections can perform the non-invasive testing quickly and inexpensively. This process involves placing our testing devices at the home, picking them up approximately 48 hours later, then analyzing the devices right in our office. Your results will be reported in via email.
Q: How much does Radon testing or Inspection cost?
A: As part of the Raleigh Home Inspection service, the test costs an additional $110, a small price to pay for peace of mind for you and your family. Our fee includes a trip back to the home to remove the testing devices, sending those devices to our local lab and providing you with a report. Those seeking just a Radon test WITHOUT a Home Inspection will pay only $135 (within a 35 mile radius of our office in Clayton; if outside of this range, please call for a quote).
Q: What happens if the home has high levels of Radon?
A: There are several Radon mitigation companies in the Raleigh area and they can install a continuous venting system to lower the Radon levels. The cost can range from approximately $800 to over $2,000. This is another great reason to a Wake County home tested for Radon - you can ask the seller to pay for the mitigation. Test before you purchase the property. This is much better than you paying for mitigation years later when you sell the house.
Our testing is done in accordance with EPA methods. Standard Radon testing samples the air in the home and we can also sample water for the presence of Radon. Remember, we use the E-Perm testing system not charcoal canisters. Please call (919) 550-6656 to schedule a Home Inspection / Radon test or if you have any questions about the Home Inspection process.
