Moderate Presence of Radon
The overall average radon level during the testing period was above the EPA "Consider Action" level of 2.0 pCi/L.
Less commonPlan for itSafetyFoundation and crawl space
Why it matters
The presence of moderate radon levels in a home is considered a health and safety risk as it increases the chance of developing lung cancer.
How common is it?
Found in 1% of the homes HomeCloud evaluated, Sep 2025 to Oct 2026.
Counted by the finding's name on HomeCloud reports, so the true number can be a little higher.
How soon to fix it
HomeCloud reports list this as something to plan for rather than an emergency.
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