How Do You Use A Radon Gas Detector?
As naturally occurring minerals decay in the soil, radon gas forms. Depending upon the type of soil, the gas seeps upwards in an area where radon is prevalent, and it can seep into a house through cracks in the basement. Radon detectors can determine if the gas is present in your home. Step 1 Utlize two radon detectors, one in a well-trafficked area of your home and another on the lowest level of your home in an undisturbed spot, like a basement, storage or utility room. Step 2 Position the detector a few feet away from a door or window and on an interior wall. Remove any clutter from the general area in which the radon gas detector is located to prevent false-positive readings. Step 3 Choose a spot away from drafts and heat sources. Because a radon gas detector may pick up other chemicals in the air, avoid placing it in a bathroom, laundry room or in the kitchen. Step 4 Plug in the detector and notice the digital display. Radon gas is measure in picoCuries per liter of air (pCi/L) uni
