Many agents seem confused on what levels of radon, if any, are acceptable in a home. There seems to be an industry wide misconception that the EPA recommends that action to reduce radon levels only be taken if a test shows levels exceeding 4.0 Pi/Cl. This is wrong.
The EPA recommends that homeowners consider reducing radon levels if a test shows that level exceeds 2.0 Pi/Cl (www.epa.gov/radon/aboutus).
Real estate agents representing buyers should not recommend that their buyers accept a home with levels under 4.0 Pi/Cl. The agent needs to look out for the safety and interest of their buyer. The buyer should be able to make an informed decision for their family. Some families may be fine with levels between 2.0 Pi/Cl and 4.0 Pi/Cl, while others may not. At the very least each family should be able to decide for themselves without being forced to continue with a transaction for a home that they may not feel completely comfortable with purchasing once they know the radon levels.
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