Radon Testing in Southern Tier, NY

Know What’s in the Air You Breathe

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can enter a home through cracks and openings in the foundation. You can’t see, smell, or taste radon, which means testing is the only way to know the radon level inside a home.

Whether you’re buying a home, selling your property, or simply want more information about your current home, HomeTeam of Southern Tier provides professional radon testing to help you better understand your indoor environment.

Why Test Your Home for Radon?

Radon can be present in any home, regardless of its age, size, foundation type, or condition. Because levels can vary significantly from one property to another, you can’t determine a home’s radon level based on neighboring properties or previous assumptions about the area.

New York State recommends radon testing when buying a home and after major renovations, as well as periodic testing for homeowners. The state recommends taking steps to reduce radon when test results are 4 pCi/L or higher and notes that homeowners may also want to consider mitigation for levels between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

A professional radon test can provide valuable information during a real estate transaction or as part of your ongoing home maintenance.

When Should You Test for Radon?

Consider radon testing when:

• Buying or selling a home
• Moving into a newly constructed home
• Completing major renovations
• Finishing or changing the use of a basement or lower level
• Checking the performance of an existing radon mitigation system
• It has been several years since the home was last tested
• You simply want a better understanding of your home’s indoor environment

Radon Testing During Your Home Inspection

Adding radon testing to your HomeTeam inspection makes it easier to gather important information about the property in one convenient process.

Our team will place the appropriate testing equipment, follow required testing procedures, and provide results so you can understand the radon levels measured in the home.

Schedule Radon Testing in Southern Tier, NY

Get the information you need to make a more confident decision about your home.

Call HomeTeam of Southern Tier at (607) 252-8122 or schedule your inspection online today.

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Radon Testing FAQs

What is radon?
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas produced by the breakdown of uranium in soil and rock. It can move through the ground and enter buildings through openings in the foundation.

Can you tell if a home has radon without testing?
No. Radon has no color, odor, or taste. Testing is the only way to determine the radon level in a home.

What radon level is considered high?
New York State recommends taking steps to reduce radon when testing shows a level of 4 pCi/L or higher. Homeowners may also want to consider reducing levels between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

Should I test for radon when buying a home?
Yes. New York State recommends radon testing when purchasing a home. Testing can give buyers important information about the property before moving forward.

Can a home with high radon levels be fixed?
Yes. Radon mitigation systems can reduce elevated radon levels. If testing identifies elevated levels, a qualified radon mitigation professional can help determine the appropriate next steps.