When we think of home safety, we often picture smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, or security systems. But there’s another danger that many homeowners overlook—deadly gases. Gases like carbon monoxide are completely invisible, odorless, and potentially deadly, as Brett Gardner found out after the untimely death of his teenage son. In this article though, we will cover another deadly gas most haven’t heard of but is actually quite common: radon gas.
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, right behind smoking. According to the EPA, nearly 1 out of every 15 homes has an elevated radon level. And the only way to know if your home is affected is by testing it. That’s where we at Strouse Home Inspection come in.
What Is Radon, and Why Is It Dangerous?
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that forms when uranium in soil and rock breaks down. It rises up through the ground and can enter your home through cracks in the foundation, sump pumps, crawl spaces, and even well water.
Over time, breathing in high levels of radon can damage lung tissue and significantly increase your risk of developing lung cancer—even if you've never smoked. The scary part? You can't see it, smell it, or taste it.
How Strouse Home Inspection Can Help
We at Strouse Home Inspection offer professional radon testing as part of our comprehensive home inspection services. Our certified inspectors use precise, state-approved radon monitors that can detect dangerous levels in your indoor air.
If your radon levels are elevated, we don’t stop at the diagnosis—we’ll guide you through the next step: radon mitigation.
Radon mitigation is the process of reducing radon levels in your home, usually by installing a vent pipe system and fan that pulls radon from beneath the house and expels it outside. It’s a highly effective solution, and in most cases, it can bring your home’s radon levels down to safe, acceptable numbers quickly.
Strouse Home Inspection partners with trusted mitigation professionals to ensure that if your home needs radon removal, it’s done the right way—efficiently, safely, and in compliance with EPA guidelines.
When Should You Get a Radon Test?
- When buying or selling a home
- If you’ve never tested your home before
- After major renovations, especially to the basement or foundation
- If your neighbor’s home tested high for radon
- Every two years as part of routine home maintenance
Peace of Mind Starts Below the Surface
Your home should be a safe place, not a silent threat. We at Strouse Home Inspection take your safety seriously. Whether you're buying, selling, or simply want peace of mind, our radon testing services are a smart investment in your health and your home’s value.
Don’t wait until a problem becomes a danger—or even worse, cancer. Schedule a radon test with Strouse Home Inspection today—and breathe easier knowing your home is truly safe.
By Strouse Home Inspections Staff 5-1-2025
