Radon Testing
Professional radon testing for home buyers, sellers and homeowners throughout Central New Jersey.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can accumulate inside homes. It is colorless, odorless, and tasteless, which means the only way to detect it is through professional testing.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends radon testing during real estate transactions to ensure the home does not contain elevated radon levels. Radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, making testing an important step when purchasing a home.
El Rey Inspections offers professional radon testing that can be scheduled with a home inspection or as a standalone service.
How Radon Testing Works
Radon testing is typically performed as a 48-72 hour short-term test placed in the lowest livable area of the home, such as a basement or first floor.
The testing device measures radon levels during the test period while the home remains under closed-house conditions. After the test is complete, the device is retrieved and the results are analyzed through a certified laboratory partner.
Clients receive clear documentation of the results along with guidance on next steps if elevated levels are detected.
When Radon Testing Is Recommended
Radon testing is commonly recommended:
During the purchase of a home
For homes with basements or crawl spaces
In areas known to have elevated radon levels
If the home has never been tested for radon
To confirm whether an installed radon mitigation system is working effectively
Radon levels can vary significantly from one home to another, even between neighboring properties, which is why testing each property individually is important.
Radon Testing With or Without a Home Inspection
Radon testing may be added to a home inspection or scheduled separately. Scheduling radon testing with your home inspection makes the process simple and efficient. The testing device is placed during the inspection and retrieved after the required testing period.
This allows buyers to obtain radon results within the timeline of their real estate transaction.
Request Radon Testing
Ready to schedule radon testing? Call or text (917) 583-4679, email info@elreyinspections.com, or use the contact page to request availability.
Radon testing can be scheduled with a home inspection or as a standalone service.
For the fastest response, include the property address and whether the test is needed with a home inspection or as a standalone appointment.
Radon testing: $195