Each short-term test is a snapshot of conditions during the 3-7 days of testing (for a short-term test), so in this range, we recommend you test again. You may want to retest during another season of the year. If the follow-up results are still in this range there is little short-term risk, but the decision of whether to pursue radon mitigation is a personal one, balancing costs and risks. While the United States EPA recommends action at or above the 4.0 pCi/L level, they also state: "A radon level below 4 pCi/L still poses a risk. Consider fixing when the radon level is between 2 and 4 pCi/L." (from Home Buyer's and Seller's Guide to Radon by US EPA) The World Health Organization has established an action level of 2.7 pCi/L. If you change the way you use your home, test again. |
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