RADON TESTING SERVICESRadon is a cancer-causing, radioactive natural gas that you can’t see, smell, or taste and its presence in your home can pose a danger to your family’s health.
According the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers and the second-leading cause of lung cancer in America, claiming about 20,000 lives annually. Simple and inexpensive radon testing can be performed by 360 Inspection Services to determine if you have an elevated radon level in your Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Brantford or London area home and if a relatively simple mitigation procedure is in order. Contact us at (226) 972-6440 to schedule an appointment today, or request an inspection online using the contact form. 
WHAT IS RADON?Radon is a radioactive gas that occurs naturally in the environment as a result of the breakdown of uranium in soil, rocks and water. In fact, ground water is the perfect carrier for radon, seeping into homes through basements (via cracks in walls and floors, sumps, drains, etc.).
Indoor radon levels fluctuate with the seasons. Generally, radon concentrations are higher in the winter than in the summer, and higher at night than during the day. This is because energy conservation methods, such as the closing of doors and windows at night, prevent proper air exchange and air circulation, allowing radon to build up. 
HOW DO WE TEST FOR RADON?In general, radon testing is conducted in the lowest living space of your home (typically the basement, but not always), so that a realistic assessment of radon levels can be achieved. This is because radon originates from the ground and makes its way into homes through water and cracks in the foundation.
In addition, because basements are not as well ventilated as other rooms in a home, they are more vulnerable to high levels of radon. If you spend a lot of time in your basement, family room or den, you should seriously consider a fast, simple and inexpensive radon test. Should the results show elevated levels of radon in your home, radon reduction measures can be implemented to prevent radon gas from entering a building and to allow it to vent into the outdoor environment. A proper study of a building’s construction is important in choosing the most effective radon reduction method. Both homeowners and buyers should make radon testing a priority to ensure that their homes are safe for occupancy. 
THE 360 RADON TESTING ADVANTAGEWe're YOUR On-Site Professional AdvisorConsider your 360 Inspection Services radon inspector, a trusted advisor. Our InterNACHI and IAC2-Certified inspector will provide excellent communication and provide you with insights about radon throughout your home or business. We will provide testing for radon, ideally in the lowest level of your home (typically the basement).
We Provide the BEST ReportsAfter we complete the on-site inspection and testing for radon we deliver a professional report with interpretation of the scientific lab reports and a written strategy on corrective measures to solve any uncovered issues, which may include writing a protocol for remediation contractors.
We're a TRUSTED Resource After Your InspectionGetting us to perform radon testing is just the start of a long-term commitment we make to all of our Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Brantford and London clients.
By hiring us to be your dedicated radon testing company you have the opportunity to call, text, or email any questions or concerns anytime in regards to asbestos concerns in your home or business. Many of our customers also follow us on social media such as our Facebook, Twitter and Google+ pages, as well as our blog, which provides helpful information about radon and indoor air quality, tips and trends, and seasonal maintenance. We OFFER Our Clients MoreResearch has shown that exposure to radon, particularly to high concentrations over long periods of time, increases risk of lung cancer.
According to Health Canada, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking and accounts for 16% of lung cancer deaths—that’s 3,200 Canadian deaths per year due to radon exposure. One of the greatest dangers of radon exposure lies in the fact that the effects are not immediate. Short-term or occasional exposure to radon does not produce any notable symptoms, such as skin irritation or coughing. It’s only after long-term exposure to radon that people find out that their health has deteriorated. Contact us at (226) 972-6440 to schedule an appointment today, or request an inspection online using the contact form. |
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360 Inspection Services performs pre-purchase and pre-listing home inspections throughout Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Brantford and London. We also provide mold & indoor air quality testing, radon testing, asbestos testing and infrared (IR) thermal imaging services.
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