Radon

Home inspectors can test for radon gas independently or as an additional service performed at the time of a home inspection. Radon tests can be performed with charcoal canisters or continuous radon monitors. Charcoal canisters must be mailed to a third party for test analysis. Continuous monitoring provides hour by hour test results and are performed by certified radon laboratories with calibrated equipment. The laboratories, which are certified by the Department of Health in New York State, analyze the tests on site and submit them directly to the client. Monitors are placed in the lowest living space of a home and test is performed for 48 hours minimum. All windows and doors must remain closed during the test. Once the test is completed, the home inspector will forward results to the client. Continuous monitors provide the quickest turn around time to the clients and realtors with the most accurate results.