Radon

Advice on Radon levels for householders

Radon is a gas that has no colour, odour or taste. Radon is everywhere and comes from the natural radioactive breakdown of uranium in the ground and soil.

Breathing radon can increase the risks of lung disease.  It is therefore recommended that householders contact UK Radon as the only reliable method for predicting levels in your home is measurement.

If you would like your home tested please contact UK Radon directly who will arrange for the monitors to be sent to your property.  Please see details on Offsite links.

The amount of radon is measured in becquerels per cubic metre of air (Bq m^-3). The average level in UK homes is 20 Bq m^-3. For levels below 100 Bq m^-3, your individual risk remains relatively low and not a cause for concern, However, the risk increases as the radon level increases.