Key Points For Radon Testing

Radon is a naturally occurring gas that can enter a home through foundation cracks, crawlspaces, slabs, basement areas, gaps around pipes, and other openings. Since radon has no smell or visible warning sign, testing is the only way to know the radon level inside the home.

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The EPA recommends taking action when radon levels are at or above 4.0 pCi/L. The EPA also recommends considering action when radon levels are between 2.0 and 4.0 pCi/L because there is no known safe level of radon exposure.

In simple terms, radon testing gives you real numbers instead of guessing.

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Is Radon a Concern in Upstate South Carolina?

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Yes, it can be.

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Radon levels can vary from one home to the next, even in the same neighborhood. One house may test low while another house nearby may test higher. Soil conditions, foundation type, crawlspace design, ventilation, and the way the home was built can all affect radon levels.

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That is why we do not guess based on the age of the home, the city, or whether the house looks fine. We test and provide clear results.

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Birdhouse Home Inspections provides radon testing in Anderson, Belton, Greenwood, Greenville, Abbeville, Simpsonville, Spartanburg, Seneca, Fountain Inn, Iva, Starr, and surrounding Upstate South Carolina communities.

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When Should You Test for Radon?

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Radon testing is a smart choice when buying a home, selling a home, moving into a new property, finishing a basement, making foundation changes, or simply checking the home you already live in.

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It is also a helpful add on during a home inspection. While the home inspection looks at the visible condition of the property, radon testing helps answer a different question.

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What is the air inside the home telling us?

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That is an important question, especially when you are making one of the biggest investments of your life.

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How Our Radon Testing Works?

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Our radon testing process is simple and professional.

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We place the testing equipment in the proper area of the home.

The test runs for the required testing period.

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The home must remain under proper testing conditions during that time.

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Once the testing period is complete, we collect the equipment and review the results.

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You receive a clear report showing the radon level and what the results mean.

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No scare tactics. No confusing explanation. Just clear information you can use.

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What Do Radon Results Mean?

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Radon results are measured in pCi/L, which stands for picocuries per liter.

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A result below 2.0 pCi/L is generally considered a lower concern.

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A result between 2.0 and 4.0 pCi/L means action may still be worth considering, especially with long term exposure.

A result at or above 4.0 pCi/L means the EPA recommends taking action to reduce the radon level.

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If elevated radon levels are found, a qualified radon mitigation contractor can evaluate the home and recommend a system to help reduce the radon level.

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Can Radon Testing Be Added to a Home Inspection?

Yes. Radon testing can usually be scheduled along with your home inspection or as a separate service.

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For buyers, this can be especially helpful because it gives you more information before closing. For sellers, it can help reduce surprises once the home is under contract. For homeowners, it is a practical way to better understand the home you already live in.

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A home inspection tells you about the condition of the home.

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Radon testing tells you about something you cannot see.

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Both matter.

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Why Choose Birdhouse Home Inspections?

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At Birdhouse Home Inspections, we believe inspection services should be clear, practical, and easy to understand. You should not have to decode a report or wonder what the results mean.

We take the time to explain the process, provide clear reporting, and help you understand the next step if the radon level is elevated.

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When you schedule radon testing with Birdhouse, you get local service, professional equipment, clear communication, and results you can actually understand.

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Serving Upstate South Carolina

Birdhouse Home Inspections proudly provides radon testing in:

• Anderson

• Belton

• Greenwood

• Greenville

• Abbeville

• Simpsonville

• Spartanburg

• Seneca

• Fountain Inn

• Iva

• Starr

• Honea Path

• Piedmont

• Oconee County

• Surrounding Upstate South Carolina areas

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Schedule Radon Testing

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Radon is not something you can see during a walkthrough. The only way to know the radon level inside a home is to test.

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If you are buying, selling, or maintaining a home in Upstate South Carolina, Birdhouse Home Inspections can help.

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Call or text (864) 916 2627 to schedule your radon test.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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• How long does a radon test take?

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Most short term radon tests require at least 48 hours of testing under proper testing conditions.

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• Can radon testing be done during a home inspection?

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Yes. Radon testing can often be scheduled at the same time as your home inspection or as a separate service.

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• Is radon only a basement problem?

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No. Radon can affect homes with basements, crawlspaces, or slabs. Testing is the only way to know the level inside the home.

• Can a new home have elevated radon levels?

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Yes. Newer homes can still have elevated radon levels. The age of the home does not tell you whether radon is present.

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• What happens if radon levels are high?

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If radon levels are elevated, a qualified radon mitigation contractor can evaluate the home and recommend a system to help reduce the radon level.