Northern Illinois Radon Testing and Mitigation

Radon Testing Measures Your Home’s Risk of Radon Gas

Lifetime Radon Solutions serves Northern Illinois with professional radon testing and mitigation services to measure radon exposure risks. Testing is important as radon is colorless and odorless and creates no symptoms until too late. Radon levels can vary drastically, even in neighboring homes. A professional radon test is the only way to confirm if your home is affected.

Testing your home, school or business for radon is the first step toward creating a safe and healthy environment. Radon testing is a straightforward process and our Northern Illinois radon testing and mitigation specialists carry out tests with minimal disruption to your daily routine.

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Radon Testing Instruments Meet IEMA and EPA Standards

Lifetime Radon Solutions uses the Airthings Corentium Pro continuous radon monitor, which complies with Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards. This device is calibrated for accuracy and approved for real estate transactions. The Airthings Corentium Pro is more reliable than traditional charcoal canister test kits and provides a more precise picture of your home’s radon levels.

Radon Testing is Fast and Easy

When you schedule a test with Lifetime Radon Solutions, one of our radon specialists will come to your home to identify the lowest level of living space, typically your basement. Radon enters through cracks and gaps in the foundation and is drawn in by negative air pressure.

Our expert technician will place the Airthings Corentium Pro monitor in the lowest living area of your home and configure it to run for 48 hours of continuous monitoring. During this testing period, windows should remain closed and air conditioning should be off. Normal entry and exit through doors is fine but doors should not be propped open.

We will return after two days to retrieve the monitor and analyze the results.

Surgeon General Health Advisory:

"Indoor radon is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States and breathing it over prolonged periods can present a significant health risk to families all over the country. It's important to know that this threat is completely preventable. Radon can be detected with a simple test and fixed through well-established venting techniques." -- January 2005

Lifetime Radon Solutions Provides an Easy-to-Read Test Report

The Airthings Corentium Pro monitor records hourly data throughout the test, correlating time and readings to test data. Once we’ve analyzed the results we’ll email you an easy-to-read chart of the test findings with an inspection report and recommendations for the next steps.

Radon levels can fluctuate based on various factors, including weather and season. If your radon level is at or near the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L, we will help you begin the radon mitigation process.

Preparing for a Radon Test in Northern Illinois

For an accurate radon test, follow these conditions 12 hours before and during the test:

Keep all entry doors closed except for normal use.
Close all windows.
Avoid using exhaust fans like attic fans or window fans.
Ceiling fans, dehumidifiers and air cleaners should be kept away from the monitor.
The fireplace should remain unused and its damper should be closed.
Appliances like clothes dryers or bathroom exhaust fans can be used sparingly.
If a radon mitigation system is already installed, keep it on 24 hours before and during the test.
In vacant homes, set the HVAC system between 67-77°F with the fan in AUTO mode.

Radon Testing for Real Estate Transactions in Northern Illinois

Whether you are buying or selling a home in Northern Illinois, consider having the radon levels tested. While radon testing is not legally required in Illinois, showing your home is below the EPA’s recommended action level makes your property more attractive to buyers.

As awareness of radon increases, more real estate contracts include radon testing as a contingency. If you’re involved in a real estate transaction in Northern Illinois, we can assist with radon testing and mitigation.

Lifetime Radon Solutions is licensed by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) and certified through the AARST National Radon Proficiency Program. Real estate professionals trust us for accurate and efficient radon testing and mitigation.

Radon Testing for Illinois Schools

An EPA study discovered at least one in every five schools across the U.S. had at least one classroom exceeding 4.0 pCi/L in radon exposure. Students using more than 70,000 classrooms nationwide have been exposed to dangerous radiation from radon and most schools don’t know if they have a problem. Lifetime Radon Solutions has the expertise and equipment to perform radon testing in schools across Northern Illinois and our technicians can design and install tailored radon mitigation solutions.

Keep your school district up to date with radon testing and mitigation to protect students and staff.

Get to Know Your Radon Level Results

Radon levels fluctuate with seasonal changes, so monitoring and understanding test results is essential. Our team is here to guide you through the process, offering the expertise necessary to reduce the risk of lung cancer due to radon exposure.

If you need radon testing for property inspection, home warranty or follow-up services, we are here to help. Understanding your radon levels is crucial for your family’s health and Lifetime Radon Solutions is dedicated to assisting you every step of the way.

Contact the Northern Illinois Radon Testing and Mitigation experts today to schedule your radon test.

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