RADON TESTING

Why Radon Testing Matters

Radon is a colorless, odorless, and invisible gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil and water. Because radon cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted, the only way to know if it is present in your home is through professional radon testing.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer, behind smoking, and is responsible for an estimated 20,000 lung cancer deaths each year in the United States. Radon is a form of radiation and is a known cancer-causing substance. Lung cancer is currently the only proven health risk linked to radon exposure in indoor air.

Radon is commonly found in homes of all types, including new construction and older homes. Homes in Ohio, including Muskingum County and surrounding counties, can be affected regardless of location, foundation type, or age of the home.

The EPA recommends taking action if a home’s radon level is 4.0 pCi/L or higher. Because there is no known safe level of radon exposure, the EPA also encourages homeowners to consider mitigation when radon levels are between 2.0 and 4.0 pCi/L. For comparison, the average indoor radon level in U.S. homes is about 1.3 pCi/L, while outdoor air averages only 0.4 pCi/L.

At Winspex Limited, we offer professional radon testing services as part of our home inspection services. A certified home inspector performs accurate radon testing and provides clear results so homeowners and buyers can make informed decisions about their health and safety.

If you are buying, selling, or owning a home in Zanesville, Ohio, or anywhere in Muskingum, Guernsey, Perry, Coshocton, Licking, Franklin, or Fairfield County, Winspex Limited is your trusted choice for radon testing and home inspection services.