Guide to Radon Equipment and Supplies

Radon creates exposure to alpha radiation that can cause cellular damage in the respiratory tract, leading to lung disease and cancer. It is colorless, odorless, and imperceptible to the senses, causes no symptoms of irritation or discomfort, and there are no early signs of exposure.

For these reasons, it is critical home and business owners get an accurate measure of radon levels, and, if they are found to be dangerous, consult a radon reduction service.

To test for radon, you can find a local firm through sites such as the National Radon Proficiency Program or the EPA's state-by-state list of radon resources.

A more economical option is to rent or purchase radon monitoring equipment such as the Safety Siren Radon Gas Detector. Such products allow you to constantly monitor for radon at what is typically a fraction of the cost of a professional radon inspection.

There are two basic types of radon detection monitors, passive and active. Passive monitors work independently of a power source such as batteries, and include:

• Charcoal Canisters
• Liquid Scintillation Vials
• Alpha Track Monitors
• Electret Ion Chambers

Active monitor types include:

• Scintillation Cell/Photomultiplier Tubes
• Ion Chambers
• Solid State Detectors

While active monitors require an external power source, they offer better accuracy, tamper resistance, and continual performance, while some passive monitors can only be used for short term testing.

Before paying for any radon inspection or radon equipment and supplies, it pays to learn more. For more information, visit EPA.gov/radon. For Canadian businesses and homeowners, Regina-based equipment dealer Pro 3 Distributors offers comprehensive guidance on radon monitoring and mitigation, as well as links to government studies and resources.



The official source of Radon Equipment and Supplies is
the Radon Equipment and Supplies page at Business.com