Radon TestingRadon test kits are relatively simple, affordable and accessible. However, many of those at risk still do not know about the dangers of radon gas or where to/how to access or initiate a proper or professional radon test. Out team specializes in getting customers the products and information they need to test their home easily and affordably.
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Radon AwarenessRadon awareness is a challenge because radon gas itself is tasteless, colorless and odorless. Wisconsin Radon Awareness uses its personnel and resources to educate the public on the dangers of radon gas and provide the information needed to access radon testing and radon mitigation resources throughout the state.
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Radon ResourcesWisconsin Radon Awareness offers homeowners and business owners alike the radon related resources they need to test and mitigate their homes and businesses. Protecting those important to us from the number one cause of lung cancer in non-smokers is our main objective. Our partnerships allow us to do so!
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Radon Testing Program
Our goal is to increase radon gas awareness to the point where there are 0 deaths from radon gas exposure in Wisconsin. Lung cancer caused by radon gas exposure is entirely preventable, and it starts with properly testing your home! We offer three different testing options to fit your needs including charcoal test kits, professional digital testing monitors, and long term canister test kits. In addition to our testing options, we also offer the expertise of certified radon testing professionals ready to answer any and all of your questions about radon gas in your home or business. If your home tests at or above 4.0 pCi/L (EPA action level) you should have a radon mitigation system installed to alleviate those levels. Even at levels of 2.0-3.9pCi/L, you should strongly consider having a system put in especially if you have a bedroom or exercise room in the basement. This is something we can help you with as well by connecting you to the best radon mitigation professionals in your area. We have contacts across the entire state of Wisconsin eager to help you breathe easy in your home once again. Give us a call today to get started!
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RADON TESTING PROGRAM
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Radon testing is a painless process that should be performed every two years by anyone who owns a home, business, condo, or apartment. Every structure in Wisconsin has radon gas inside, the main question is "how much?". The United States EPA has set the indoor radon action level at 4.0pCi/L and that is what most real estate transactions will require the levels be lower than before the sale of the home. However, the World Health Organization has their action level at 2.7 pCi/L, so it's partly up to you to determine what you are comfortable with. We would recommend taking taking precautions at levels between 2.0pCi/L-3.9pCi/L if your home has living space in the basement such as a bedroom, exercise room, or game room, and absolutely recommend mitigation if your levels are above 4.0pCi/L. Give us a call today to have your home tested for radon, it could save you and your families lives!
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Local Radon Awareness
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Homeowners in Wisconsin are at a high risk of having dangerous levels of radon gas present. As a whole, the risk of having potentially deadly levels of radon gas in your home in Wisconsin is about 1 in 10 according to the Wisconsin Department of Health. However in many areas, specifically in the southern part of the state this risk can be much greater. The Wisconsin DHS website has an interactive radon map that you can find HERE, that shows real data of a large scale study performed in 2015. You can scroll through the map and click on your surrounding cities to see the percentages of homes that have tested over the EPA recommended level for radon of 4.0pCi/L or simply type in your zip code to see the results from your city or town. What you will find is, there is no county in the entire state that is completely safe from this devastating hazard. Radon gas is not something to ignore, as it causes the death of over 21,000 people every year in the US alone. It is our goal to spread as much awareness as we can, so that these preventable tragedies can be avoided altogether.
Below are just some (not all) of the cities that have been shown to harbor especially high radon levels. If you live in or near any of these cities, we strongly recommend contacting us ASAP.
Below are just some (not all) of the cities that have been shown to harbor especially high radon levels. If you live in or near any of these cities, we strongly recommend contacting us ASAP.
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No matter where you live in the state, you should have your home tested for radon. We can help! Give us a call now.
Radon Testing
The only way to know if dangerous levels of radon gas are present within your home is to perform a proper radon test. Radon testing is an affordable and extremely accessible process that should be performed by every homeowner in the US. In the state of Wisconsin, radon testing is especially important, as 1 in 10 homes have radon levels above the EPA recommended level of 4.0 pCi/L. In areas such as (but not exclusive to) Dane County, Waukesha County, Milwaukee County, Fond Du Lac County, and the Racine/Kenosha area, the odds of a home testing high are much higher than just 1 in 10. In many cases that number can look more like 1 in 5. As mentioned above, we recommend looking up your zip code in the Wisconsin DHS radon map to see local radon statistics. With that being said, regardless of where you live, radon testing should be performed at a minimum of every 2 years.
Radon Testing Options:
Charcoal Radon Test Kits:
Charcoal radon test kits are an affordable way to reliably determine the average radon levels in your home. The kits that we sell are 3-7 day tests that can be easily set up on your own and are analyzed by a 3rd party lab. The main benefits to charcoal test kits are the cost, the ease of use, and the ability to set in multiple areas during one period of time at a low price. We have found that the charcoal kits that we use (Air Chek) typically will provide results within a few decimal points of a professional monitor, which is exceptional. This type of radon test is most popular for Wisconsin residents that are not in the process of a home sale, and are looking to determine what their average radon levels are in order to protect both their families and their own lung health.
Professional Radon Testing:
The most accurate and timely form of radon testing can be achieved by having it done by a certified radon testing professional. Professional radon testing is done by using a calibrated digital testing monitor that can detect radon gas levels down to the decimal point. The radon testing professional will determine the correct placement of the device to achieve the most accurate data and will typically set the test to run for 48 hours. Once the monitor is retrieved from your home, you will be provided with an hour by hour report of the radon levels present in your home, and a recommendation from a certified radon expert on how to alleviate the present levels if they are to come back elevated. This type of test is most popular for Wisconsin residents that are in the process of selling or buying a home, and homeowners looking for the most accurate data possible to make an informed decision on whether or not mitigation may be necessary to protect their loved ones.
Radon Testing Options:
Charcoal Radon Test Kits:
Charcoal radon test kits are an affordable way to reliably determine the average radon levels in your home. The kits that we sell are 3-7 day tests that can be easily set up on your own and are analyzed by a 3rd party lab. The main benefits to charcoal test kits are the cost, the ease of use, and the ability to set in multiple areas during one period of time at a low price. We have found that the charcoal kits that we use (Air Chek) typically will provide results within a few decimal points of a professional monitor, which is exceptional. This type of radon test is most popular for Wisconsin residents that are not in the process of a home sale, and are looking to determine what their average radon levels are in order to protect both their families and their own lung health.
Professional Radon Testing:
The most accurate and timely form of radon testing can be achieved by having it done by a certified radon testing professional. Professional radon testing is done by using a calibrated digital testing monitor that can detect radon gas levels down to the decimal point. The radon testing professional will determine the correct placement of the device to achieve the most accurate data and will typically set the test to run for 48 hours. Once the monitor is retrieved from your home, you will be provided with an hour by hour report of the radon levels present in your home, and a recommendation from a certified radon expert on how to alleviate the present levels if they are to come back elevated. This type of test is most popular for Wisconsin residents that are in the process of selling or buying a home, and homeowners looking for the most accurate data possible to make an informed decision on whether or not mitigation may be necessary to protect their loved ones.
Our Mission
Our mission is to educate every resident in the state of Wisconsin about the dangers of radon gas. Every death caused by radon gas exposure is preventable by testing early and mitigating if necessary. The overarching goal is to achieve ZERO deaths from radon exposure in Wisconsin. Give us a call or email us today to find out how you can protect your family from the harmful effects of radon gas.
