Where is the best location to place a short-term radon test kit?
       |          |       By ProMatcher Staff     |          |       Updated: 06/29/2016     |          |            |      
                                      Answer: Lower livable level of the home. In PA, we are required to test in basements.  |    | WIN Home Inspection |    Answer: In the lowest room which is POSSIBLE living space. Usually the basement, even if it's not a finished space  |    | Mass Radon |    Answer: Basement. https://www.epa.gov/radon/basic-radon-facts  |    | InFocus Inspection |     |    | ProMatcher |     |    | Alabama indoor air quality testing, LLC. |    Answer: In the lowest livable area of the home
• In an area where it will not be disturbed;
• At least three feet from doors and windows to the outside;
• At least one foot from exterior walls;
• 20 to 30 inches away from the floor;
• At least four inches away from other objects horizontally and 
  directly above the detector;
• Away from drafts
• Four feet from heat, fireplaces, furnaces, and away from direct sunlight and areas of high humidity.
  |    | Honest Home Inspections & Milwaukee Mold Inspector |    Answer: Lowest level in property.  |    | Total Check-Up Inspections |     |    | ProMatcher |   
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