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Are radon tests required in Colorado?
Colorado Radon Real Estate Requirements
Both the EPA and Colorado recommend that radon testing be done on a residence or home before any real estate transactions are made. Although Colorado doesn't require radon testing for home purchases, we recommend that you have it done.
Is radon a common substance in Colorado?
Approximately 34% of Colorado's homes have radon levels above the EPA recommended level of 4 picocuries (4 pCi), per liter of air. According to EPA estimates, Radon ranks #1 in LUNG CANCER for non-smokers. Radon is the second most common cause of lung cancer.
What is the cost of radon mitigation in Colorado, other than what I have just said? A Colorado mitigation system costs between $800 and $1,200 unless there are difficult design issues. If you are a skilled handyman, and have electrical wiring skills, it is possible to sub-slab depressurization by yourself.
People also ask: Is radon mitigation required under law?
There are no state-mandated laws for radon testing or mitigation in homes or public buildings. Radon Disclosure Laws are available, even though there aren't any state-mandated laws on radon gas.
What is the reason radon levels are so high in Colorado?
It is a byproduct from the decomposition of uranium. This metal is found in many parts of Colorado, mostly in trace quantities. High levels of radon in many counties can be attributed to the presence of this metal.
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What state has the most radon?
The ten states with the highest levels of radon are:
- Pennsylvania.
- Ohio.
- Washington.
- Montana.
- Kentucky.
- Idaho.
- Colorado.
- West Virginia.
How do you eliminate radon?
How to Get Rid of Radon
- Hire a certified radon specialist.
- Study the various radon reduction systems so that you can help made an educated decision.
- Caulk cracks in your home's foundation, walls, lowest-level floors and other openings.
- Keep the windows in the lowest level of your home open.
Can you reduce radon by opening windows?
Opening windows improves air circulation and ventilation, helping move radon out of the house and mixing radon-free outside air with indoor air. Opening basement windows helps reduce negative air pressure, diluting radon with clean outdoor air.
How common is high radon in homes?
Radon is a common problem in homes throughout the country — as many as one in 15 U.S. homes has high levels of radon, according to the EPA. But certain geographic regions are more likely to be affected.
Is radon mitigation required in Colorado?
Currently, the state of Colorado does not regulate radon mitigation. That means the contractors who install those systems are not required to be licensed to do so.
Is radon a problem in Colorado Springs?
Radon is an odorless, tasteless, invisible gas that can cause lung cancer. In fact, radon is linked to over 21,000 lung cancer deaths per year across the country, according to the EPA. Unfortunately, radon has a tendency to collect in homes in Colorado Springs and elsewhere in our state.
When should you test for radon in your home?
www.epa.gov/radon
EPA RECOMMENDS: If you are buying or selling a home, have it tested for radon. For a new home, ask if radon-resistant construction features were used and if the home has been tested. Fix the home if the radon level is 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) or higher.Is radon only in the basement?
Radon is completely odorless as well as being invisible. Because it is often found unexpectedly in basements, some people mistakenly believe that it only occurs in basements. Most commonly homes with basements are suspect for having higher radon levels.
Is it hard to sell a house with radon?
Fortunately, it's not hard to sell a house with radon, provided that you alert potential buyers and mitigate the problem, say Brian Thomas, a top real estate agent in the Denver, Colorado area, with 16 years of experience. “For as much fear and uncertainty as radon causes, there's an easy fix.”
Do sellers have to remediate radon?
It's good to just take care of it during your real estate deal. Sometimes the seller pays for it all, sometimes they fund a credit and sometimes there is a split. Most single family homes will only require one radon mitigation system.
Does a seller have to disclose radon?
Radon Disclosure Laws. About 30-40 states have radon disclosure laws. During a real estate transaction, the seller must disclose any and all known radon levels or testing results. If they have never tested the property for the presence of radon, then that's all they have to say during a home sale.
How much does it cost to fix a radon problem in your home?
The cost of a mitigation system may vary according to the home's design, size, foundation, construction materials and the local climate. Radon reduction systems average costs nationally are $1,200 with a range from $800 to $1500 common depending on house and market conditions.
Where is Radon most commonly found?
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas which may be found in indoor environments such as homes, schools, and workplaces. Radon is the most important cause of lung cancer after smoking.
Does a radon mitigation system hurt resale?
Having an active Radon mitigation system in one's house does not adversely affect the home's resale value and since Radon is so easily controlled once it's detected it is no reason not to buy the property if all other factors line up favorably for buying the house.
How long does radon take to cause cancer?
If a person has been exposed to radon, 75 percent of the radon progeny in lungs will become "harmless" lead particles after 44 years. When an alpha particle damages a cell to make it cancerous, the onset of lung cancer takes a minimum of 5 years but most often 15 to 25 years, and even longer.
How do you lower radon levels?
In some cases, radon levels can be lowered by ventilating the crawlspace passively (without the use of a fan) or actively (with the use of a fan). Crawlspace ventilation may lower indoor radon levels both by reducing the home's suction on the soil and by diluting the radon beneath the house.
Is radon high in my area?
The Map of Radon Zones was developed in 1993 to identify areas of the U.S. with the potential for elevated indoor radon levels. No matter where you live, test your home for radon—it's easy and inexpensive. Fix your home if your radon level is 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) or higher.
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