Long-term Radon Gas Test Kit Instructions

DO NOT OPEN DEVICE UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO START TEST!

Instructions are provided to you with specific steps that must be followed. Inspect USA, Accustar Labs or any of its affiliates, cannot provide any warranty remedy to you for any claims, which arise due to the failure to follow instructions.

Link to Radon in Air Long Term Instructions & Form (PDF format)

  1. Check the expiration date on each device. Start your test before the expiration date or results are invalid.
  2. When you are ready to start the test, cut or tear open the sealed bag that contains the black device; discard the sorbit (little cloth looking bag). As soon as you open the bag the device is 'ON' and the test has begun. Do NOT remove the VOID sticker or open the black plastic housing or results will be invalid.
    Save the bag, this sheet & mailing envelope for returning to lab.
  3. Write each device number (or place bar code) along with your name, test address, and email address on the INFORMATION FORM below . Write in the test BEGINNING date! Also indicate the location, floor level & the name of room (IE basement, living room, bedroom etc) where the device is being exposed.
  4. PLACE THE RADON DEVICE. Device should be placed in the lowest level of the house that is regularly used for 8-10 hours per week. If you are making a follow-up measurement, the US EPA recommends placing a device on each level that is used for living space. Do NOT test in garage, porch, kitchen, closet, bathroom, furnace room, laundry room, root cellar, crawl space or sump. DO NOT place canisters where they will be exposed to high humidity &/or noticeable drafts from open doors, windows, fireplace, heat/air conditioning vents etc. Place each canister at least 3' from exterior doors or windows & at least 2' off the floor & ceiling. Leave each device in place & undisturbed for at least 91 days and up to 1 year.
  5. END THE RADON TEST. Place device back in the bag (or use a zip lock bag), write the test ENDING date on the INFORMATION FORM below (necessary for analysis). Make sure the INFORMATION FORM is complete and LEGIBLE.
  6. Record the device number(s) for your reference and ability to retrieve results online. Online results are typically available within 14 to 21 days of the lab receiving the device(s). Get Results at: https://InspectUSA.com/results
  7. Place the device(s) & information form in the mailing package. Write your return address & seal the mailing package closed.

Affix proper postage! Return IMMEDIATELY to: RADON LAB

We recommend getting DELIVERY CONFIRMATION

Devices must be returned within 8 days of ending the test.

If delivery of your kit is delayed more than 8 days or lost, we will not be responsible for invalid results or for a free replacement kit.

Reports are emailed within 2-4 weeks after we receive your devices.