Radon gas is an invisible, silent danger that lurks in many homes throughout the Twin Cities metro area. Homeowners may wonder if it is possible to predict what radon levels they can expect in their home. The short answer is: no, you cannot reliably predict how much radon gas is in a house without conducting a radon test.
The main reason that radon levels are hard to predict is that radon comes up from the ground. Soil composition can change dramatically from one lot to the next, even between neighboring houses. This means that your home could have dangerously high radon levels even if your neighbor’s home has almost none. Home construction matters a lot: radon levels are influenced by foundation type, sump pits, ventilation, and sealing. Radon levels can also fluctuate throughout the year, and are often higher during winter in the Twin Cities area.
Regional radon maps from the EPA or the MN Department of Health can show you how likely it is that your home will have a radon problem. However, these maps are unable to predict your home’s level of radon. Basically, these maps are useful for awareness, but they cannot tell you whether or not your home is safe.
Radon Mitigation in Minneapolis / St. Paul MN.
Although it’s impossible to reliably predict if your home will have a radon problem, conducting a radon test can confirm your levels. If your home has a radon level higher than 2.0 picocuries per liter (pCi/L), then it’s recommended to invest in radon mitigation to maintain healthy indoor air quality. Radon mitigation, which usually involves installation of a sub-slab depressurization system, is very effective at reducing indoor radon levels.
Contact One Day Radon today if you’d like a quote for our radon mitigation system installation in the Twin Cities metro area.
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