Radon Testing
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can enter buildings through soil-contact areas and other openings.
Because radon cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted, monitoring equipment is used to measure the radon level within the home over a specified testing period.
Iron Heart Home Inspections uses a:
Breeze Radon Monitoring System
Device Serial Number: 145057
Radon monitoring may record information such as:
Radon concentration
Temperature
Relative humidity
Atmospheric pressure
Movement or possible device interference
Measurement trends during the testing period
For reliable results, closed-building conditions and other required testing procedures must be followed. Occupants may be asked to keep exterior doors and windows closed except for normal entry and exit and to avoid moving or interfering with the monitor.
Radon results represent the conditions measured during the testing period. Radon levels can vary with weather, ventilation, soil conditions, seasons, and building operation.
Laboratory Analysis and Reporting
When laboratory analysis is required, samples are:
Collected from the agreed-upon locations.
Labeled and documented.
Submitted to the appropriate laboratory.
Analyzed for the requested substances or organisms.
Reported after laboratory processing is complete.
Turnaround time depends on the test, laboratory schedule, shipping, and the requested level of service.
The report may include:
Sampling locations
Collection date and time
Laboratory methods
Analytical results
Photographs or field observations
Testing limitations
Recommendations for further evaluation when appropriate
Iron Heart Home Inspections collects samples and reports the laboratory’s findings. Laboratory testing does not constitute medical advice, environmental remediation, engineering analysis, or a guarantee that all hazardous materials or contaminants have been identified.
Important Testing Limitations
Specialty testing reflects the conditions present at the property and in the submitted samples at the time of collection.
Results may be affected by:
Weather
Ventilation
Cleaning activity
Recent repairs
Occupant activity
Water use
Sampling location
Construction materials
Accessibility
Laboratory detection limits
Hidden or inaccessible conditions
A result applies only to the sample, area, water source, surface, or monitoring period tested. Additional locations may produce different results.
When a hazardous material, contaminant, or environmental concern is identified, further evaluation or corrective work by an appropriately qualified professional may be recommended.