How long does radon testing take and when should I do it?

A standard short-term radon test in a Glencoe home runs a minimum of 48 hours, with the testing device placed in the lowest livable level of the home, often a basement, under closed-house conditions. That means keeping windows and exterior doors shut except for normal entry and exit, which is easy in our climate for most of the year. We ideally set the test at the start of your inspection so it runs alongside your due-diligence window and doesn't delay closing. Winter is actually a strong time to test, since homes stay sealed and radon tends to read higher when furnaces run and the ground is frozen, giving you a conservative, realistic picture. If a short-term test comes back borderline, a longer-term test can confirm the year-round average. Either way, you'll have results in time to negotiate mitigation if needed. To schedule radon testing with your inspection, call us, or build a free instant quote online and add the radon option.