What is Radon?
It's a radioactive gas formed by the breakdown of uranium in soil, and it is present at some level in every home in British Columbia. It can be anywhere, and every home is different – your radon levels can be very different from your neighbour's.
Radon enters your home through cracks, gaps, and openings and can build up to dangerous concentrations. Its radioactive particles damage the cells in our lungs, which increases the risk for lung cancer.
Every region in British Columbia has homes with elevated levels of radon, and every home is potentially at risk. Make no mistake – radon is a killer, and the only way to know the level in your home is to test for it.
How to test your home for radon
You can't see, taste, or smell it, but testing for radon is simple and inexpensive. It pays to find out.
We have made testing your home for radon easy by offering a variety of radon test kits. Take action and test your home today.
How to fix high levels of radon
The good news is that reducing the levels of radon in most homes is as straightforward and inexpensive as many other types of household maintenance.
Approx. One Day
Radon reduction is often completed in just one day and can effectively reduce radon levels in most homes by more than 80%.
Certified Contractors
It's easy to find certified radon experts in your area.
Safe Level
The Canadian guideline for taking action to reduce radon in indoor air is 200 Bq/m3 (becquerels per cubic metre).
Radon + Real Estate
Are you considering buying, selling, or renting a home? It's important to think about radon.
Sellers need to disclose known high radon levels, and buyers should always ask if radon testing has occurred. This information can be found on the Property Disclosure Statement.
Since 2020, the BC Real Estate Association (BCREA) and BC Lung Foundation have been working to educate BC REALTORS® about radon and its health risks. The two organizations have also created a handy radon and real estate FAQ.
Click below to find a REALTOR®.
For assistance in choosing the right REALTOR®, visit the BCREA website.