Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer. You can’t see or smell radon. Testing is the only way to know your level of exposure. Radon can have a big impact on indoor air quality. Western Counties of North Carolina are all zoned either  1 or 2 (with a moderate to high potential of Radon risk) and zones can be seen on the EPA website.

Found all over the U.S., radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas without color, odor, or taste that comes from the radioactive decay of uranium in soil, rock, and groundwater. It emits ionizing radiation during its radioactive decay to several radioactive isotopes known as radon decay products. (taken from the EPA website; EPA Assessment of Risks from Radon in Homes Fact Sheet)

Blue Mountain Home Inspections offers Radon Testing for an additional fee. Some things to know about having a Radon Test.

• Radon testing requires the current home to maintain a closed condition during testing for a period of 3-7 days
• All windows must remain closed during testing
• All doors must remain closed, EXCEPT for entry and exit, during testing
• Heating/Cooling air systems should remain in normal working order during testing
• Radon test results are available within 7 business days after the retrieval of the test kits