Electret Ion Chambers
Continuous Radon Monitor
Electret Ion Chambers.
This is the standard measurement tool of professionals throughout North America. This system allows tests of varying length to be performed. Applicable to most homes, a 91-day test can be performed under regular living conditions (no need to maintain closed house conditions) and is recognized by both Health Canada and the EPA as giving an accurate representation of average radon levels present in a home. Results are suitable for determining the possible need for mitigation. The chambers are analyzed in our own lab and results can be delivered via email or Canada Post. Chamber will be delivered and deployed by a certified measurement provider. We recover the chamber at the end of the test period and provide results and report.
Duplicate or sequential tests are available at an extra charge. Please contact us for more information.
Continuous Radon Monitor.
For the majority of real estate transactions, a 91-day test is out of the question due to time constraints. To determine a possible recommendation for mitigation, we deploy the Sun Nuclear 1029 continuous monitor which provides a continuous reading every half hour of radon levels, barometric pressure, temperature and humidity. By studying the correlation between these forces, we can project a possible recommendation for mitigation with accuracy. This monitor is also useful for pre and post mitigation measurements as it can easily show the effect of a mitigation system on radon levels and moisture (mitigation systems such as Active Soil Depressurization generally have a favourable effect on moisture within the home). Closed house conditions must be met for a minimum of 48 hours. The unit is deployed and retrieved by a certified radon measurement provider and a report is submitted via email or Canada Post. Upon special request, we can provide a full report at the job site at the time of retrieval.
*Please note that on occasion we deploy two units side-by-side for our Quality Assurance/Quality Control plan. We strive to provide the most accurate results possible. There is no additional cost involved.
