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High radon is fixable
Cut radon by more than 80%.
Health Canada says the most common radon reduction method, sub-slab depressurization, lowers radon by more than 80% in most homes.
How it works
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Share your result
Tell us your radon level and a bit about your home.
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Home assessment
We look at your foundation and basement to plan the right system.
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System installed
Health Canada says a mitigation system can be installed in less than a day.
Radon in Edmonton, by the numbers
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Health Canada, Radon: What you need to knowEdmonton-area homes at or above 200 Bq/m³
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Health Canada, Testing your home for radonreduction from the most common fix, in most homes
Health Canada, Reducing radon levels in your homeQuestions
How much does a radon test cost?
Nothing. Our radon tests are free. Book online and we'll contact you to confirm the details.
What is radon?
A radioactive gas that comes from the breakdown of uranium in soil and rock. You can't see it, smell it or taste it.
Source: Health Canada, About radon · Health Canada, Radon: What you need to know
What level is too high?
The Canadian guideline is 200 becquerels per cubic metre (200 Bq/m³). Above that, Health Canada recommends reducing it.
Source: Health Canada, Radon: What you need to know · Health Canada, Reducing radon levels in your home
How long does a test take?
Health Canada recommends a long-term test of at least 3 months, ideally during fall or winter.
Source: Health Canada, Testing your home for radon · Health Canada, Radon: What you need to know
Does my neighbour's result tell me mine?
No. Health Canada says levels vary from one house to another, even next door. Each home needs its own test.
Source: Health Canada, About radon
Can high radon be fixed?
Yes. Health Canada says the most common method lowers radon by more than 80% in most homes, can be installed in less than a day, and costs about the same as other common home repairs.
Who should do the fix?
Health Canada recommends a contractor certified through the Canadian National Radon Proficiency Program (C-NRPP).