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Your radon questions, answered.
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Ask for specialist help ↗What is radon, and why does it matter?
Radon is a radioactive gas released naturally from rocks and soil. You cannot see or smell it. It can accumulate indoors, and long-term exposure increases lung cancer risk. Measuring your home is the way to find out your level.
How do I find out if my home has a radon problem?
Start with official UKradon area information, then measure the property if testing is recommended. A map estimates the likelihood of elevated radon; it cannot tell you the concentration inside an individual home.
What radon level needs action in a UK home?
UKHSA recommends reducing radon in homes where the average is above the domestic Action Level of 200 Bq/m³. The Target Level, the ideal outcome for reduction work, is 100 Bq/m³. If a result is between those levels, UKHSA says reduction should be considered, especially if a smoker or ex-smoker lives there. These refer to an annual average, not a single short-term reading.
Can radon levels in a home be reduced?
Yes. Options include a radon sump and suitable ventilation measures. The right approach depends on your measured level and the building’s construction. Retest after installation to check the outcome; a particular reduction cannot be guaranteed before assessment.
Is requesting specialist help free?
There is no charge to send an enquiry through this website and no obligation to accept a quotation. Testing, surveys and installation may have separate charges agreed with the provider. Specialist availability varies by location. Specialists we introduce may pay Better Home Hub a fee.
How long does a home radon test take?
A typical UK domestic measurement takes three months, followed by laboratory analysis. Ask the provider for its current reporting time. Shorter tests have greater uncertainty.
Will opening windows solve radon permanently?
Opening windows is not a verified permanent remedy for an elevated result. A specialist can assess suitable ventilation or extraction measures, and a repeat test can check their effectiveness.
Does this website carry out installations?
No. UK Radon Gas Mitigation is an introduction service run by Better Home Hub Ltd. It provides information and passes enquiries to specialists, who may pay Better Home Hub a fee. Testing, surveys and installations are provided separately by the chosen provider.
Is this website part of UKHSA or the government?
No. This website is run by Better Home Hub Ltd, a private company. It is not UKHSA, UKradon, the Health and Safety Executive or any other government body. For official radon information and home test packs, go to ukradon.org.