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Radon Testing

What you as a home inspector should know about Radon Testing

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Do you need to be a Licensed home inspector to perform Radon Testing? No, it is a ancillary service.
What is Radon? A radioactive gas that comes from the natural decay of uranium that is found in most soil
How does Radon move through a house/building? It moves up from the ground. Gets into the air above and around the house/building. Moves up through cracks, holes, and Well water ** You can NOT see, smell, or taste Radon
TRUE or FALSE The EPA recommends when you're buying or selling a house to have it tested for Radon TRUE ** 2nd leading cause of Lung Cancer
What level of pCi/L should a homeowner/buyer consider fixing their home for Radon? Levels between: 2 pCi/L - 4pCi/L
What is the process for Radon to lead to Lung Cancer? 1) Breathing in 2) Radon exhaled 3) RDP remains in Lung Tissue 4) RDP emit alpha particles 5) Alpha particles stick to Lung Cells ** Smokers are more susceptible than non-smokers
How does a Radon Mitigation System function? 1) Creates a negative pressure under foundation 2) Particle near foundation are drawn into Vent Pipe 3) Pushed outside of the house ** Negative pressure caused by a fan that is pushing air out of the Vent Stack on the Exterior of the house
What 2 methods allow us to measure Radon? 1) Electronic Devices 2) Charcoal Canisters (recommended)
What is the minimum & maximum amount of time Radon testing canisters can be left at the house/building? Minimum: 2 days (48 hours) Maximum: 4 days (96 hours) ** House should be unoccupied and never disturbed
Name the 6 EPA general guidelines when using charcoal canisters 1) Place on lowest livable floor 2) <= 20" from floor 3) <=36" from walls 4) Do not place near water sources 5) Do not place next to moving air sources 6) Do not place in a room with open windows ** Granite counter tops and pool tables have radon
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