When you get your radon test report

Look for your radon level in order to make a decision of what you should do next. The radon level will be reported in Bq/m³. This is a measurement of radioactivity because radon is a radioactive gas.

If your radon level is below 200 Bq/m³, it is within the Canadian guideline. Consider retesting within the next 5 years.

When your radon level is reported at 200 Bq/m³ or more, take action to REDUCE radon levels within one year.

The Canadian guideline for radon in indoor air is 200 Bq/m³

If you’ve tested your home, and the radon level is above the Canadian guideline of 200 Bq/m³, Health Canada recommends that you take action to lower the level.

The higher the radon level, the sooner action should be taken to reduce the level to as low as practically possible. While the health risk from radon exposure below the Canadian guideline is small, there is no level that is considered risk free. It is the choice of each homeowner to decide what level of radon exposure they are willing to accept.

RADON LEVEL LIFETIME RISK OF LUNG CANCER LIFETIME RISK OF LUNG CANCER IF YOU SMOKE
Under 100 Bq/m³ 1% 12%
100-199 Bq/m³ 1.5% 15%
200-599 Bq/m³ 2% 17%
600 Bq/m³ and over 4% 26%

Now that you have tested your home, encourage your friends and family to test too! They can find a radon test kit provider online: takeactiononradon.ca/test-for-radon/radontest-kits/#buykit

Need to reduce your radon?

There may be financial programs available to help you. You can find information about radon grants or radon warranties on our website at: www.takeactiononradon.ca/protect

HOW TO FIND A CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL takeactiononradon.ca/test/find-a-radon-mitigation-professional Certified radon mitigation professionals are trained to properly assess your home, and design systems to efficiently and effectively reduce your radon level.

Radon Mitigation System

A radon mitigation system is the most effective method of reducing radon levels. Research shows that certified radon professionals can reduce levels by over 90%. Other steps, such as increasing ventilation and sealing cracks, can help in the short-term but are less effective.

Find more information on radon reduction:

The Canadian National Radon Proficiency Program has a list of certified professionals to help with reducing radon levels.

Find more information on radon reduction at: c-nrpp.ca/find-a-professional

Find information from Health Canada, including the Radon Reduction Guide for Canadians at: www.canada.ca/en/healthcanada/ services/environmental-workplace-health /reports-publications/radiation/radon-reductionguide- canadians-health-canada.html