World Class Property Services  

Receive 10% of the Inspection fee on all completed Commercial Referrals

( Does not apply to Property Management Companies )

      Pre-Leasing, Post-Leasing, Pre-Purchase, Pre-Sale, Walk-Through Survey

Our Commercial Property Inspection Services cover all commercial property types including:

1.      Apartment Buildings

2.      Apartment Complexes

3.      Hotels / Motels

4.      Restaurants

5.      Industrial Buildings

6.      Shopping Malls and Strip Malls

7.      Senior Housing

8.      Office Buildings

9.      Retail Space

10.    Medical Facilities

11.    Multi-Family Housing

World Class in-depth Inspection process includes a detailed visual inspection of the building's structure and mechanical systems including:

1.      Foundation

2.      Roofing

3.      HVAC

4.      Electrical

5.      Interior

6.      Exterior

7.      Doors and Windows

8.      Safety Issues

9.      Fire Protection

10.    Parking

11.    Plumbing

12.    And much more...

Our reports include overall conclusions from our findings as well as:

1.     Digital photos of major defects

2.     Detailed explanations of all findings

3.     Professional tips for future maintenance

4.     Repair cost estimates list

 World Class Home Inspections LLC                               Residential Inspections 

It is critical to choose the right inspector for one of the most important emotional decisions and financial investments that you will ever make. Brett Gordon, the company’s owner is dedicated to providing the most professional and personal service possible.

The average inspection is 2-4 hours, and may take longer for larger properties. If you have a guesthouse or freestanding structures on the property, please advise us so that we can allow additional time. This is an ideal opportunity for you to spend time in the home and we encourage you to attend the inspection. We will lead you through a detailed "look" at your new home. Any information affecting the value or desirability of the house is within your right to know.

Our thorough home inspection will include the following:

• Exterior Siding materials, EIFS stucco (exterior insulating finishing systems), Hardcoat stucco. Louisiana Pacific siding and other class action siding materials. Trim, windows, doors, and other visible exterior attached or detached related components
• Interior Floors, walls and ceilings. Built-in appliances/equipment, smoke detectors and safety-related items, fireplaces and other visible interior-related components
• Roof Shingles, flashings, chimneys, vents, skylights, gutters and downspouts as well as other visible roof related items
• Attic Insulation, ventilation, rafters, joists, trusses, water damage, roof leaks and other visible attic related items
• Basements, Finished and unfinished basements for structural conditions, insulation, water problems and habitability - If the basement is unfinished, can it be finished?
• Crawl Spaces, Insulation, ventilation, vapor barriers, supporting posts and columns, water damage, structural deficiencies and water intrusion problems. We will provide you with a qualified mold prevention service.
• Termite Inspectors, as needed, that will be at the home inspection the same time you are.
• Foundation and Structure, We inspect your foundation and structure for settlement and displacement caused by workmanship, poor design, erosion or time. We will provide you with references for qualified Termite Inspectors, as needed, if termites are found.
• Decks and Porches, We will inspect your attached decks and porches, new and old, to the most current and up to date building and safety standards available from the International Residential Building Code
• Garages,attached or detached. We will inspect your garages for structural conditions, and test your garage doors and garage door openers for safety concerns
• Bath rooms, kitchens and all plumbing fixtures including sinks and faucets, bath/showers and jetted tubs, water distribution system and sanitary system. We inspect for Polybutylene - both blue and gray, and other class action plumbing materials, tank and tankless water heaters and other plumbing related items
• Heating and Cooling Systems Furnaces and air conditioning units. Air ducts, air cleaning/ filtering systems and other related HVAC components
• Electrical Systems Service entry and service panel - switches and outlets - visible wiring and grounding system. Electrical safety devices such as Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) and Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI) are tested and re-tested as well as other related electrical components. Did you know that Federal Pacific electrical panels are a fire risk?
• Some of our services offered : Mold Inspection, Mold Prevention, Mold Remediation, Air Testing, Water Testing, Allergen Testing,  Radon Testing, Radon Screening, Lead Paint Testing, Termite Letter, Dryer Vent Cleaning,  TriSeal,  HVAC Protection, Carpet Selections / Installation and Pet Urine Detection. We even have an Interior Designer on staff.                               
• We have many more services. See Services for more information.

 World Class Services                     Recall Chek...              

The RecallChek Story

Since 1974, American citizens have been protected from dangerous items in their homes by federal law. Congress perscribed a system whereby if a manufacturer designed a dangerous product, they MUST recall all those items and FIX THEM FOR FREE!

The problem in the law is that most often it's up to the consumer, to find out whether appliances are potential fire or safety hazards!

There is a database designed and managed by the government, but you would have to wade through 195 MILLION recalled items to find out if a dishwasher or air conditioner is a hazard to your clients family.

The Inspector Recall Process

Making America's Homes Safer One appliance at a time . .

How it works:

* On-site, we will copy the manufacturer and model numbers of your home appliances, water heaters and HVAC systems.

* We will submit your appliance data online at RecallChek.com, or through our inspection software.

* At RecallChek Headquarters, your manufacturers and model numbers are computer matched against MILLIONS of recalls using our Model Number Algorithm (MNA).

* RecallChek will then hand-check the report, to eliminate wrong numbers from worn plates and ID cards, and other problems.

* In the event of a potential recall, RecallChek issues a report including

    1) the nature of the recall,
    2) where the product was sold,
    3) how to remedy the defect, and
    4) how to get the item repaired / replaced in most cases - absolutely FREE

We offer this at World Class Property Services

 

 

Facts about Toxic Chinese drywall:

* It was first introduced to the US in 2001. At its peak the toxic Chinese drywall was used in new or remodeled homes in the US between 2003 and 2007.(But it is still being imported to the US)

* Houses with toxic Chinese drywall may, or may not have a sulphur, or rotten egg smell. The actual symptoms of toxic Chinese drywall are upper respiratory issues, nose bleeds, severe headaches, rashes, combined with air conditioning unit failures, copper, or silver corrosion, and/or corrosion of other metals. Light bulb failures or electric device failures may also be related to exposure to toxic Chinese drywall.

* Is this toxic Chinese drywall problem just limited to Florida? No. The number of homes with toxic Chinese drywall has been grossly understated, there are at least 150,000 new or remodeled homes in Florida. Other states with significant quantities of toxic Chinese drywall include, Louisiana, Texas, Nevada, Virginia, Connecticut, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, California, and Colorado.


Note the biggest tragedy in all of this is that literally thousands of homes in Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, and Texas, that have been restored because of hurricane damage will have to be rebuilt again, because the contractors doing the storm damage repairs used toxic Chinese drywall. This is why Americas Watchdog is calling on President Obama, and the US Congress to enact emergency funding to help these homeowners rebuild their homes, so they are safe to live in. This is another reason why the US EPA is so desperately needed, in what is about to become the absolute worst environmental disaster for homeowners in US history.


* What about the class actions or lawsuits? According to Americas Watchdog, "the homebuilders, contractors, developers, building material supply houses, the importers, their insurers, and everyone else involved should be sued for every nickel they have. Houses with toxic Chinese drywall are now worthless, and the homeowners and their families may now have extreme long term health problems, due to exposure to toxic Chinese drywall." However, Americas Watchdog is saying, "these class actions, or law suits may take years. In the meantime these innocent homeowners, and their families are living in toxic houses, with no meaningful help from the US federal government. We need testing protocols, we need medical research, on the affects of exposure to toxic Chinese drywall, and we need emergency federal funding to get these homes safe again--now. The toxic Chinese drywall is no different than a natural disaster. This is Hurricane Katrina on steroids, and the White House and Congress have yet to do anything."

 

Most Importantly Health & Toxic Chinese Drywall:


* There have been no formal health studies on the affects of exposure to toxic Chinese dry wall. However, some common denominators appear to present, as follow: nose bleeds, headaches, coughs, upper respiratory or sinus issues, rashes. The Homeowners Consumer Center believes that exposure to toxic Chinese drywall, and some of these medical symptoms are related, because homeowners in new homes in different parts of the country, different states, all share two things in common---the fact that Chinese drywall is in their house, and they have these medical conditions. In many cases not everyone in the family will share the same symptoms. If you live in a home and suspect toxic Chinese drywall is present you can call World Class @ 678-254-5690

* Family pets may have died from exposure in US homes with Chinese toxic drywall


Other Indicators of Toxic Chinese Drywall In A New US Home, Town Home or Condominium:

* Homeowners, building owners, or occupants in most cases will have seen continuous failures of their air conditioning coils, or HVAC units beyond anything normal. Homeowners who suspect they might have the toxic Chinese drywall in their home should check the cooper coils on their air conditioning units. If the AC copper coils have turned black, or a grayish black they should contact World Class @ 678-254-5690.

* Homeowners, building owners, or occupants may have noticed corroded, or black electrical wiring in their walls in properties built or remodeled since 2001. Many homeowners who have the toxic Chinese drywall in their home might have copper ground wires in the electrical receptacles that have turned black. Homeowners who suspect their home may have the Chinese drywall can remove electrical receptacle plates to see if the cooper ground wire has turned black. If a homeowner in any state sees this, they should call World Class @ 678-254-5690

* Oven, or stove elements, or refrigerator coils may have failed in the homes, or condominiums a number of times. The homeowners Consumer Center has also discovered that computer, TV sets, radios, DVD players, smoke detectors microwave information display panels may have failed in homes, where the toxic Chinese drywall is present.

* Light bulbs in homes with toxic Chinese drywall may burn out at a much faster rate than specified by the manufacturer.

* High end silver jewelry, or silver plated utensils may be tarnished.


What US States are most likely to the Toxic Chinese drywall? "We think all US States will have the Chinese drywall. The new states we worry about the most are Texas, Florida, California, Arizona, Colorado, The Northwest, Hawaii and Alaska. Remodeled homes in the US could easily be 200,000+ with the toxic Chinese drywall."


Note to all US Citizens. "If you have friends, or family who live in a post 2001 new, or remodeled home, and the family has had severe medical issues, combined with copper discoloring, electrical issues, please share this press release with them, and have them contact  World Class @ 678-254-5690

 

 

                                               World Class Property Services

                                  Residential & Commercial HVAC Protection

 

CleanSeal

CleanSeal Environmental Protection

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New HVAC Protection!

CleanSeal HVAC is a complete internal ventilation treatment and surface

coating which is Non-toxic, Odorless, & Clear

Designed for application in both Residential and Commercial air ducts to neutralize MICROBIAL GROWTH 

and ODORS and carries a full

Two Year Warranty

For all surfaces treated within the air distributions system.

CleanSeal HVAC is a dual purpose Sealant and Protective Coating which penetrates and reinforces duct liner or duct board insulation materials and controls particle release. CleanSeal HVAC is an excellent indoor air quality (IAQ) solution because it's nontoxic and odorless.

CleanSeal HVAC is a tough, long lasting, durable coating formulated to withstand the extreme temperature condition changes in air ducts and provides protection which microbes cannot penetrate to impact the treated surface or the internal environment while eliminating all ODORS.

Every CleanSeal HVAC Treatment includes a complete and

TOTALLY "GREEN"

*System Cleaning

       *CleanSeal Treatment

               *2 Year Written Warranty

Termite / Wood Destroying Organisms

How They Look                                                              

Termites come in various sizes that are specific to their job within the nest.

Worker: 1/8- to 3/8-inch in length. Soldier: Body is similar to that of the worker, but large, deck head with powerful mandibles. Supplementary Reproductive: About one inch in length. Primary Reproductive: About one inch in length.

Here are color cues that can help identify termites that are common in Georgia. Worker: Pale, cream colored. Soldier: Light colored with brown head. Supplementary Reproductive: Light colored. Primary Reproductive: Dark brown/black.

Soldiers have an elongated head with pincer-like mandibles. Supplementary Reproductives have either no wings or very short non-functional wings, while Primary Reproductives have four wings of equal size until they are shed. Primary Reproductives are the termites most often seen in the open. They are commonly referred to as "swarmers."

What They Do

Although this particular termite is known to swarm in spring, small flights can occur at any time of the year. Swarming is how termites establish new colonies. As the colony grows, specialized castes are produced for the different tasks required. One caste produced is the workers. Another caste is the soldiers. And a third caste is the reproductives. Primary reproductives swarm and start new colonies. Although thousands of primary reproductives may be produced each year, they all leave the nest. Supplementary reproductives, on the other hand, can become reproductive only in the colonies in which they were born. They assist the primary king and queen in population growth of the colony.

Where They Live

Subterranean termites live in colonies in the ground and build vertical tunnels that look like mud tubes above ground level so that they can search for food. Because subterranean termites will die if exposed to air for an extended period of time, the tunnels provide protection from the open air, allowing workers to carry food to the nest. Subterranean termites can form tunnels through cracks in concrete, so slab homes are not exempt from these termites. They need to stay in contact with the soil in order to survive.

How To Control

There are several things a homeowner can do which can help prevent termite infestations or make them easier to detect:

1) Always store firewood away from the house.

2) Ensure that at least four inches of the foundation can be seen all around the home. Siding should not extend into the soil. Mulch and soil should not touch the siding as this provides an excellent medium for termites to move upward into the home.

3) Make sure water drains away from the foundation. Water accumulation should not happen anywhere around the foundation of the home. Rain gutters are ideal; however, the downspout should direct the water away from the home.

4) Roof or plumbing leaks can allow termites to survive above ground in a house. These should be corrected as soon as possible.
World Class inspectors ALWAYS examine the inside of your home - especially around toilets, water lines to refrigerators since plumbing leaks can attract termites.

 

World Class Property Services                       

Mold, Moisture, and Your Home...(Your life could depend on a Mold Inspection!)

TriSeal will help all Mold Problems. Going Green

Please read the follow in information:

Mold Basics

• The key to mold control is moisture control.
• If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem.
• It is important to dry water-damaged areas and items within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth.

Why is mold growing in my home?

Molds are part of the natural environment. Outdoors, molds play a part in nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees, but indoors, mold growth should be avoided. Molds reproduce by means of tiny spores; the spores are invisible to the naked eye and float through outdoor and indoor air. Mold may begin growing indoors when mold spores land on surfaces that are wet. There are many types of mold, and none of them will grow without water or moisture.

Can mold cause health problems?

Molds are usually not a problem indoors, unless mold spores land on a wet or damp spot and begin growing. Molds have the potential to cause health problems. Molds produce allergens (substances that can cause allergic reactions), irritants, and in some cases, potentially toxic substances (mycotoxins). Inhaling or touching mold or mold spores may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Allergic responses include hay fever-type symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, red eyes, and skin rash (dermatitis). Allergic reactions to mold are common. They can be immediate or delayed. Molds can also cause asthma attacks in people with asthma who are allergic to mold. In addition, mold exposure can irritate the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs of both mold-allergic and non-allergic people. Symptoms other than the allergic and irritant types are not commonly reported as a result of inhaling mold. Research on mold and health effects is ongoing. This brochure provides a brief overview; it does not describe all potential health effects related to mold exposure. For more detailed information consult a health professional. You may also wish to consult your state or local health department.

 

How do I get rid of mold?

It is impossible to get rid of all mold and mold spores indoors; some mold spores will be found floating through the air and in house dust. The mold spores will not grow if moisture is not present. Indoor mold growth can and should be prevented or controlled by controlling moisture indoors. If there is mold growth in your home, you must clean up the mold and fix the water problem. If you clean up the mold, but don't fix the water problem, then, most likely, the mold problem will come back. TriSeal will give a Lifetime Warranty Interior and 7 year Warranty Exterior when applied by World Class Property Services.

Who Should do the Cleanup

Who should do the cleanup depends on a number of factors. One consideration is the size of the mold problem. If the moldy area is less than about 10 square feet (less than roughly a 3 ft. by 3 ft. patch), in most cases, you can handle the job yourself, following the guidelines below.

• If there has been a lot of water damage, and/or mold growth covers more than 10 square feet, consult the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guide: It is available free by calling the EPA Indoor Air Quality Information Clearinghouse at (800) 438-4318.
• If you choose to hire a contractor (or other professional service provider) to do the cleanup, make sure the contractor has experience cleaning up mold. Check references and ask the contractor to follow the recommendations of the EPA, the guidelines of the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH), or other guidelines from professional or government organizations.
• If you suspect that the heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) system may be contaminated with mold (it is part of an identified moisture problem, for instance, or there is mold near the intake to the system), consult EPA's guide Should You Have the Air Ducts in Your Home Cleaned? before taking further action. Do not run the HVAC system if you know or suspect that it is contaminated with mold - it could spread mold throughout the building.
• If the water and/or mold damage was caused by sewage or other contaminated water, then call in a professional who has experience cleaning and fixing buildings damaged by contaminated water.
• If you have health concerns, consult a health professional before starting cleanup.

 

Tips and Techniques

The tips and techniques presented in this section will help you clean up your mold problem. Professional cleaners or remediators may use methods not covered in this publication. Please note that mold may cause staining and cosmetic damage. It may not be possible to clean an item so that its original appearance is restored.

• Fix plumbing leaks and other water problems as soon as possible. Dry all items completely.
• Scrub mold off hard surfaces with detergent and water, and dry completely.
• Absorbent or porous materials, such as ceiling tiles and carpet, may have to be thrown away if they become moldy. Mold can grow on or fill in the empty spaces and crevices of porous materials, so the mold may be difficult or impossible to remove completely.
• Avoid exposing yourself or others to mold.
• Do not paint or caulk moldy surfaces. Clean up the mold and dry the surfaces before painting. Paint applied over moldy surfaces is likely to peel.
• If you are unsure about how to clean an item, or if the item is expensive or of sentimental value, you may wish to consult a specialist. Specialists in furniture repair, restoration, painting, art restoration and conservation, carpet and rug cleaning, water damage, and fire or water restoration are commonly listed in phone books. Be sure to ask for and check references. Look for specialists who are affiliated with professional organizations.

 

What to Wear when Cleaning Moldy Areas

• Avoid breathing in mold or mold spores. In order to limit your exposure to airborne mold, you may want to wear an N-95 respirator, available at many hardware stores and from companies that advertise on the Internet. (They cost about $12 to $25.) Some N-95 respirators resemble a paper dust mask with a nozzle on the front, others are made primarily of plastic or rubber and have removable cartridges that trap most of the mold spores from entering. In order to be effective, the respirator or mask must fit properly, so carefully follow the instructions supplied with the respirator. Please note that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that respirators fit properly (fit testing) when used in an occupational setting; consult OSHA for more information (800-321-OSHA).

 

• Wear gloves. Long gloves that extend to the middle of the forearm are recommended. When working with water and a mild detergent, ordinary household rubber gloves may be used. If you are using a disinfectant, a biocide such as chlorine bleach, or a strong cleaning solution, you should select gloves made from natural rubber, neoprene, nitrile, polyurethane, or PVC. Avoid touching mold or moldy items with your bare hands.
• Wear goggles. To avoid getting mold or mold spores in your eyes, safety goggles that do not have ventilation holes are recommended.

How Do I Know When the Remediation or Cleanup is Finished?

You must have completely fixed the water or moisture problem before the cleanup or remediation can be considered finished.

• You should have completed mold removal. Visible mold and moldy odors should not be present. Please note that mold may cause staining and cosmetic damage.
• You should have revisited the site(s) shortly after cleanup and it should show no signs of water damage or mold growth.
• People should have been able to occupy or re-occupy the area without health complaints or physical symptoms.
• Make sure you have a Air sample before clean up and after clean up to make sure all spores are gone.

Moisture and Mold Prevention and Control Tips

• Moisture control is the key to mold control, so when water leaks or spills occur indoors - ACT QUICKLY. If wet or damp materials or areas are dried 24-48 hours after a leak or spill happens, in most cases mold will not grow.
• Clean and repair roof gutters regularly.
• Make sure the ground slopes away from the building foundation, so that water does not enter or collect around the foundation.
• Keep air conditioning drip pans clean and the drain lines unobstructed and flowing properly.
• Keep indoor humidity low. If possible, keep indoor humidity below 60 percent (ideally between 30 and 50 percent) relative humidity. Relative humidity can be measured with a moisture or humidity meter, a small, inexpensive ($10-$50) instrument available at many hardware stores.
• If you see condensation or moisture collecting on windows, walls or pipes ACT QUICKLY to dry the wet surface and reduce the moisture/water source. Condensation can be a sign of high humidity.

 

Actions that will help to reduce humidity:

• Vent appliances that produce moisture, such as clothes dryers, stoves, and kerosene heaters to the outside where possible. (Combustion appliances such as stoves and kerosene heaters produce water vapor and will increase the humidity unless vented to the outside.)
• Use air conditioners and/or de-humidifiers when needed.
• Run the bathroom fan or open the window when showering. Use exhaust fans or open windows whenever cooking, running the dishwasher or washing dishes, etc.

Actions that will help prevent condensation:

• Reduce the humidity (see above).
• Increase ventilation or air movement by opening doors and/or windows, when practical. Use fans as needed.
• Cover cold surfaces, such as cold water pipes, with insulation.
• Increase air temperature.

Testing or Sampling for Mold

Is sampling for mold needed? In most cases, if visible mold growth is present, sampling is unnecessary. Since no EPA or other federal limits have been set for mold or mold spores, sampling cannot be used to check a building's compliance with federal mold standards. Surface sampling may be useful to determine if an area has been adequately cleaned or remediated. Sampling for mold should be conducted by professionals who have specific experience in designing mold sampling protocols, sampling methods, and interpreting results. Sample analysis should follow analytical methods recommended by the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA), the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH), or other professional organizations.

Suspicion of hidden mold

You may suspect hidden mold if a building smells moldy, but you cannot see the source, or if you know there has been water damage and residents are reporting health problems. Mold may be hidden in places such as the back side of dry wall, wallpaper, or paneling, the top side of ceiling tiles, the underside of carpets and pads, etc. Other possible locations of hidden mold include areas inside walls around pipes (with leaking or condensing pipes), the surface of walls behind furniture (where condensation forms), inside ductwork, and in roof materials above ceiling tiles (due to roof leaks or insufficient insulation). Have a air sample done.

Investigating hidden mold problems

Investigating hidden mold problems may be difficult and will require caution when the investigation involves disturbing potential sites of mold growth. For example, removal of wallpaper can lead to a massive release of spores if there is mold growing on the underside of the paper. If you believe that you may have a hidden mold problem, consider hiring an experienced professional.

Cleanup and Biocides

Biocides are substances that can destroy living organisms. The use of a chemical or biocide that kills organisms such as mold (chlorine bleach, for example) is not recommended as a routine practice during mold cleanup. There may be instances, however, when professional judgment may indicate its use (for example, when immune-compromised individuals are present). In most cases, it is not possible or desirable to sterilize an area; a background level of mold spores will remain - these spores will not grow if the moisture problem has been resolved. If you choose to use disinfectants or biocides, always ventilate the area and exhaust the air to the outdoors. Never mix chlorine bleach solution with other cleaning solutions or detergents that contain ammonia because toxic fumes could be produced.

 

Please note: Dead mold may still cause allergic reactions in some people, so it is not enough to simply kill the mold, it must also be removed or have TriSeal applied. See our TriSeal page for more information.

Home Buyer and Sellers Guide to Radon...(a silent killer)

Lung cancer kills thousands of Americans every year. The untimely deaths of Peter Jennings and Dana Reeve have raised public awareness about lung cancer, especially among people who have never smoked. Smoking, radon, and secondhand smoke are the leading causes of lung cancer. Although lung cancer can be treated, the survival rate is one of the lowest for those with cancer. From the time of diagnosis, between 11 and 15 percent of those afflicted will live beyond five years, depending upon demographic factors. In many cases lung cancer can be prevented; this is especially true for radon.

EPA Recommendations:

• If you are buying a home or selling your 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.
• Radon levels less than 4 pCi/L still pose a risk, and in many cases, may be reduced.
• Take steps to prevent device interference when conducting a radon test.

EPA estimates that radon causes thousands of cancer deaths in the U.S. each year.

You cannot see, smell, or taste radon. But it still may be a problem in your home. When you breathe air containing radon, you increase your risk of getting lung cancer. In fact, the Surgeon General of the United States has warned that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States today. If you smoke and your home has high radon levels, your risk of lung cancer is especially high.

You Should Test for Radon

Testing is the only way to find out your home's radon levels. EPA and the Surgeon General recommend testing all homes below the third floor for radon.

You Can Fix a Radon Problem

If you find that you have high radon levels, there are ways to fix a radon problem. Even very high levels can be reduced to acceptable levels.

If You Are Selling a Home...

EPA recommends that you test your home before putting it on the market and, if necessary, lower your radon levels. Save the test results and all information you have about steps that were taken to fix any problems. This could be a positive selling point.

If You Are Buying a Home...

EPA recommends that you know what the indoor radon level is in any home you consider buying. Ask the seller for their radon test results. If the home has a radon-reduction system, ask the seller for information they have about the system.

If Your Home Has Already Been Tested for Radon...

If you are thinking of selling your home and you have already tested your home for radon, review the Radon Testing Checklist to make sure that the test was done correctly. If so, provide your test results to the buyer.

If Your Home Has Not Yet Been Tested for Radon...

Have a test taken as soon as possible. If you can, test your home before putting it on the market. You should test in the lowest level of the home which is suitable for occupancy. This means testing in the lowest level that you currently live in or a lower level not currently used, but which a buyer could use for living space without renovations.