What Happens After a High Radon Result?
An elevated radon result is not an emergency, and it does not mean anyone is in immediate danger. It does mean the situation is worth looking at carefully.
First: take a breath
Radon is common and it is manageable. An elevated reading is a starting point for making a practical plan, not a reason to panic.
Consider a follow-up test
Because radon can vary from day to day and season to season, a follow-up short-term test or a long-term test can help confirm the initial reading. In some real-estate situations a follow-up test may not be practical within the transaction timeline — in those cases, decisions are typically made based on the reading that is available.
Learn about mitigation
If further testing continues to show elevated levels, mitigation is the usual next step. A radon mitigation system is designed to reduce indoor radon levels; systems are installed by qualified mitigation professionals.
Rhode Island Radon Testing does not currently install mitigation systems. We help you understand what mitigation involves so you can make an informed choice about who to hire.
Confirm the system works
After mitigation, an independent post-mitigation verification test is a common way to confirm the system is doing its job. We provide this kind of independent testing.
This page is educational information about radon testing, not medical, legal, or engineering advice.
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