Is radon testing worth it in Savage?

Radon testing is absolutely worth it in Savage, and we recommend it on nearly every transaction. Scott County, along with most of Minnesota, sits in an elevated radon zone, and the Minnesota Department of Health estimates that roughly two in five Minnesota homes have radon levels above the EPA action level of 4.0 picocuries per liter. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas from the soil and bedrock beneath your home, and the glacial and river-valley geology around Savage provides plenty of source material. It is colorless, odorless, and the second-leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. The only way to know your home's level is to test. Newer homes are not immune; tight, energy-efficient construction can actually trap radon. A radon test runs continuously for at least 48 hours under closed-house conditions, and if results come back high, a mitigation system can usually reduce levels dramatically for a reasonable cost. We can bundle radon testing with your inspection so you get one clear report. To add a radon test, call us or build a free instant quote online.