Am I required to resolve any radon problems before putting my home on the market?

Answer: Never
Explanation: It is up to the homeowner to resolve the problem.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Though you're not required to resolved radon problems, you must disclose any radon problems to prospective buyers. We use a PA form called the Seller's Property Disclosure Statement.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Radon is not a concern in my area

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: If you know you have a radon issue it is highly recommended that the homeowner resolve it. Disclose is very important to avoid future litigation.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I do not inspect for radon.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: If the buyer makes it a condition of the sell.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Seller are not required to resolve radon problems before putting their home on the market. However, if you are aware that radon is prevalent in your area, you should consider reflecting this on your seller's disclosure. Discuss this with your agent. It may be to your advantage to have it mitigated prior to listing your home. It would save you time and money at the back end if a buyer's home inspector was to identify that the radon levels were too high while conducting the home inspection.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: If you are in the high radon areas of Nevada then a form is completed and signed

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: A Seller can be required to mitigate the radon if the Buyer has identified the level as above government standards by a 3rd party authority.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Sure if you know about it. Yet it depends on circumstance and state I am sure. When in doubt contact city or county building inspector.

Answer: Never
Explanation: That is not required in Montana.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Depends if the buyer wants you to fix it. You do have to disclose it though.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: if known, it should be disclosed

Answer: Never
Explanation: In GA, you are not required to correct any radon issues. However, if you know of radon issues, you must disclose it on the property disclosure form (if you complete one). Most buyers are going to expect this type of issue to be corrected prior to closing.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: It depends on whether or not you are aware of any problems. In any event it would be advisable to tell the prospective buyer if there is evidence of a level over 4 picocuries.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Currently no requirements exist to force you to resolve radon issues. The systems are not that expensive, so I would recommend having the system installed prior to selling your home to avoid complications.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: If you know there is radon then you must disclose it

Answer: Never
Explanation: In the state of Ohio this is not required prior to the sale of a home.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Not in my area

Answer: Never
Explanation: The cost of recommended remediation can be negotiated at time of sale.

Answer: Never
Explanation: But it would certainly be a good idea. Otherwise, expect the buyers to make lower offers to compensate. If you know, you must disclose.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Only if the request is submitted in the remedy to close.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: No you are not required to resolve the radon issue. You will have to disclose this in the sellers disclosure form when listing your property.

Answer: Always
Explanation: Yes, if you have had your home tested and you are positive for Radon gas, it must be mitigated and corrected. If you test positive for Radon, you need to correct the problem is a toxic gas can kill you

Answer: Never
Explanation: No, if there is a Radon issue, the buyer can request some remedy; you can say yes or no; in which case they can choose to purchase another home.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Homes with radon issues can be sold but homes with resolved radon issues are more sellable. Consider radon testing and radon mitigation as a part of preparing the home to be sold. I often recommend that listing agents advise their clients to test for and repair any radon issue before placing the house on the market. This can prevent any future roadblock or surprises that may occur after the home inspection.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: This depends on disclosure & agreement with the buyer in most cases.

Answer: Never
Explanation: You are required to disclose any knowledge you have of defects to the property as the owner.

Answer: Never
Explanation: You are NOT required to perform ANY inspections to list your home for sale.

Answer: Never
Explanation: If testing is done and high levels are found, the testing company should recommend a second test and or mitigation depending on the results of the first test. 1 in 15 homes have levels above the EPA standard.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Depends on what is negotiated between the buyer and seller

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: N/A

Answer: Never
Explanation: If there is a known radon issue, that is different if radon concentration is not known.

Answer: Never
Explanation: I will let a homeowner know there could be a problem if I know that there has been issues with radon in the area.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Some States have different regulations.

Answer: Always
Explanation: Yes, if you had a radon test and it was found to have high levels, then yes, as home seller you should take care of this

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Some home sellers want to take care of issues which may possibly hinder the sale of the home, so sometimes they will have a radon test done to see if mitigation is needed.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Most homes have radon. When a prospective buyer has the home inspection done, they can add a radon inspection. At that time the buyer can ask the seller to resolve the problem in the offer or they can choose to resolve it themselves.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Defer to local law.

Answer: Never
Explanation: No, you are not required to. However, this is definitely a major selling point in today's market due to the fact that it is becoming nationally recognized that Radon is the a major cause of lung cancer and every home in the united states has some level of radon. FHA and VA loans require homes be inspected and tested for radon as well.