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Miguel Rodas
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Do I need to test my house for Radon during Inspection?

Miguel Rodas
  • New to Real Estate
  • Woodbridge VA
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Hello All,

I am having my house inspected soon because I would like to know the weak spots in my house before I start on renovation projects. 

I got a decent quote from the house inspector that will be doing the inspection, but he asked me if I wanted to also have the inspection include Radon testing for an additional fee. 

What would Bigger Pockets investors recommend? Is it worth it? Essential?

Thanks!

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Kevin Bennett
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Kevin Bennett
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Hey Miguel,

Yes, I would recommend testing for Radon. Do the short-term test which takes about 48 hours. You'll have to leave it alone (don't open doors/windows while it's going) so it gets an accurate reading. 

If it comes back positive, there are many companies that do radon mitigation and it's a very common thing. Not to be alarmist, radon is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the US. However, it can easily be remediated and dealt with.

In short, highly recommend you get it tested. Very much worth the investment. 

Kevin

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