Illinois State Licensed Radon Measurement Professional

Testing

We follow the time sensitive protocol for testing. We use continuous radon monitors (CRM) and when deployed, duplicate e-perm devices. This is in accordance with the guidelines established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and IEMA Division of Nuclear Safety. Most tests take 48 hours, as long as closed door conditions appear to be met and weather during the test was within tolerable threshold. The report will be created the same day devices were retrieved. The report will include test results and recommendations. It will have all hourly readings from CRM with averaged out score in pCi/l and passive score from e-perm if used. We also draw the footprint of the property to scale and label the placement of the device(s). That too will be included and lastly a copy of declaration of voluntary compliance form. Our report is thorough and we strive to bring our clients the most accurate information possible. Please do not hesitate to reach out. We look forward to working for you and trying to keep people healthy as long as possible.

Radon Testing and Solutions is state licensed to measure radon gas in Illinois. We operate within a 50 mile radius of chicago. We offer radon tests for residential real estate, schools, day care centers and commercial buildings. We understand how harmful radon is to people and therefore, we try our best to schedule same day appointments. For real estate transactions we work closely with real estate agents and inspectors to gain access to the property, for the setting up of equipment and retrieving. That way you have one less thing to worry about during your home buying process.

Property Foundation

The state guidelines require us to have a device on each footprint of the property. In our local area we deal mostly with three different types of foundations. The three are slab on grade, crawlspace and basements. Every property has at least one but can have any number and a combination of these three. The state only requires a photo or sketch of the device placement(s). We take that to another level and give our clients proportional scale diagrams of their footprint and device placement respectively. We believe it is an effective resource a mitigator can use if your property does need a mitigation system. Also for record keeping and further testing in later years, you have a great baseline. When dealing with so many variables, precision is key for accurate results.

Action Level

Since radon gas is colorless and odorless, the only way to know what your home's levels are is to test. 1 out of 15 homes have high levels. Radon is part of our planet's air and it is all around us. Outdoor levels are around 0.4 pCi/l and the average home is around 1.3 pCi/l. What is considered “Action Level” is readings at or above 4.0 pCi/L. For reference 4.0 pCi/l is roughly smoking 8 cigarettes per day. Once a home is discovered to be over action level, mitigation is high recommended.

Cost

We want as many persons as possible to have a radon test done, that is why we take affordability serious.

For residential properties in the city of Chicago. Our starting price is only $235 tax included!

Please call for pricing on all commercial properties.

Requirements before testing begins

Closed-Building Protocol

Required closed-building conditions, 12 hours prior to beginning of test and throughout. 

  1. Keep closed windows and exterior doors, except for monetary enter and exit. 

  2. Set the thermostat to normal operating temperature. (between 65°-80° F)

  3. Avoid excessive operation of:

    1. Clothes Dryers

    2. Range Hoods

    3. Bathroom Fans

  4. Do not operate a fireplace unless its primary source of heat.

Declaration of Voluntary Compliance

  1. I have kept my house closed for 12 hours prior to the start of this test, use of exterior doors for normal entry and exit is allowed.

  2. I agree to keep all windows, doors and other openings to the outside closed during testing period, use of exterior doors for normal entry and exit is allowed.

  3. I understand tamper evident seals have been installed on all windows, non-essential doors and ventilation devices.

  4. I will not tamper with any seals on any windows, doors or ventilation devices

  5. I will not change the testing environment in any way, including but not limited to, opening windows, leaving doors open, changing thermostat or fan settings or causing outside air to be induced into my home.

  6. Operation of dryers, range hoods, bathroom fans, and other mechanical systems that draw air out of the building may adversely affect the test results.

  7. I will not disturb, tamper with or change the location of any test device(s).

  8. I will report to RADON TESTING AND SOLUTIONS, LLC. any circumstance that may have an influence on the testing conditions or results.

  9. During the testing period an external visual inspection to see if closed conditions are being met may be performed.

  10. I agree to pay for the cost of re-testing in the event that any of these conditions outlined above are not met and maintained.

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