The PRO-LAB Radon Gas Test Kit provides two (2) desiccated, short-term detectors, which allow you to conduct side-by-side testing in order to get the most accurate and reliable results. This kit utilizes the most advanced liquid scintillation, shortûterm detectors, which contain silica gel desiccants (patented) necessary to remove all moisture in order to make your test results accurate and reliable.
Testing is easy! Simply place the two radon detectors in the lowest level of your home or office for a period of 96 hours to allow time for the detectors to absorb enough radon to be analyzed according to EPA standards. Seal the detectors with the enclosed caps, completely fill out the data card, and return the detectors to ProûLab in the preûpaid postage envelope along with any required lab fee.
What is Radon? Radon is an invisible and odorless radioactive gas which occurs naturally from decaying uranium underneath the earth's surface. Though you cannot see, smell, or taste radon, it is there and may be a problem in your home or office. Radon gas rises through the soil and seeps through cracks, holes, and drain pipes in the foundation or basements of buildings. Radon gas can be found all over the United States, and according to the EPA 1 out of every 15 homes in the US has high levels of radon gas.
How Does Radon Get Into My Home Or Office? The greatest concentration of radon is usually found in the lowest level of homes or offices. This is because radon is found in the soil and rocks beneath the foundation. If you have dirt floors in the basement, cracks in the foundation, or openings from a sump pump hole or drain, radon is likely to build up quicker and in higher concentrations. Radon can also enter your home or office through your water supply (i.e. shower, dishwasher, washing machine, etc.). If your home or office uses well water, we suggest testing with our professional Radon in Water Test Kit.
For more information on radon and radon abatement, go to www.epa.gov/radon
Contents: Two (2) short-term radon detectors, pre-paid postage envelope, radon data card
General Directions: Detailed directions are in the package and available at the link below. Please follow the directions carefully. Save the Radon Detector caps, directions and mailing materials. You will need them to send your detectors to our laboratory at the end of the testing period. In the space provided below, record the serial numbers located on the side of the Radon Gas Detectors and record the date you returned the detectors back to PRO-LAB. We will need this information should you have any questions about your test results.
Standard Lab Results: Place the two (2) Radon Gas Detectors, the radon data card and a check, money order (made payable to PRO-LAB¬) or a credit card voucher for $30.00 (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX or Discover Card) in the enclosed pre-paid postage envelope and mail immediately (within 24 hours of the completion of the test). Within 1 week after PRO-LAB has received your Radon Gas Detectors, we will send you an easy to read evaluation of the exact radon gas levels in your home or office. Special Note: If you are a New Jersey resident, you must add an additional $10.00 fee (made payable to PRO-LAB) for the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Agency"s Administrative Costs.
Express Fax Service: is available for an additional $15.00. In order to use the express fax service, you must send the detectors, data card (with a fax number on the back), and the proper payment to PRO-LAB using an overnight shipping company such as Federal Express or UPS. Send the detectors to PRO-LAB, 1675 N. Commerce Parkway, Suite 100, Weston, FL 33326 (Express samples can only be received Monday-Friday). Within 48 hours of our receipt you will receive your faxed results.
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