Radon Testing & Mitigation in Airdrie, Alberta
Airdrie has grown quickly, so many homes are newer and may have a radon rough-in pipe under the slab. We check what you have, test it and, if needed, activate that pipe or retrofit a system.
What does your test say?
Enter your radon result to see where you stand.
Health Canada recommends action when the long-term average is above 200 Bq/m³. Short tests are only a snapshot. 1 pCi/L ≈ 37 Bq/m³.
What radon means for Airdrie homeowners
Radon is a natural radioactive gas that forms when uranium in soil and rock breaks down. It seeps into homes through cracks, drains and gaps, you can’t see or smell it, and breathing it for many years raises your risk of lung cancer. Testing is the only way to know your level. Here is what matters for homes in Airdrie.
Homes in Airdrie
Airdrie has grown quickly, so you may own a recent build or an older home. A newer home may have a rough-in pipe and a sump, and an older one may not. Airtight modern construction can give radon fewer ways out, so age tells you little about the level.
What to know in Airdrie
Many newer Airdrie homes are built with a capped rough-in pipe under the slab. It does nothing until it is activated with a fan. If a long-term test is above 200 Bq/m³, activation is typically our fastest route.
When should I test a newly built Airdrie home?
Once you have moved in and are using the house normally. Do not wait for a particular time of year.
Other communities we serve nearby
Radon testing in Airdrie: newer homes, older homes and finished basements
Finished and unfinished basements
We can test a finished rec room or bedroom, an unfinished basement, a mechanical room, a storage area or any other space. We start with the lowest level and place more detectors where the layout calls for them. Radon changes from day to day, so a proper test runs at least 91 days.
Homes with a sump pit
A sump connects directly to the soil. We note whether it is sealed and place the detector away from it so it measures the room, not the pit. Every test is set up and read by C-NRPP certified professionals.
Testing a newly built home
A new home can be tested as soon as you move in. Radon comes from the soil under the house, not from the building materials, so a new home can have high radon, and a 91-day test gives you the average. A newer home may also have a rough-in pipe, which we can activate if the result is high. Health Canada’s guideline is 200 Bq/m³ (5.4 pCi/L), and 1 pCi/L equals 37 Bq/m³. Above that, it recommends reducing radon within one year, sooner if the level is higher.
Radon mitigation in Airdrie: rough-in activation and retrofits
Confirming the stub
We run a communication test to confirm the pipe reaches the gravel layer before we add a fan. If it does not, we core a new suction point. Every system is designed and installed by C-NRPP certified professionals.
Fan, gauge and sealing
The fan mounts on the pipe right above the rough-in or suction point and the pipe exits through the side of the house. A manometer shows the system is working, and slab cracks and the sump lid are sealed.
After install: gauge and retest
A manometer on the pipe shows the system is working, and a label tells the next owner what it is. We recommend a 91-day retest once it has been running, then retesting about every two years where levels warrant it. In most homes a system can reduce radon by up to 95%.
How much does radon testing and mitigation cost in Airdrie?
Activating an existing Airdrie rough-in is typically the most affordable kind of job. A home with no stub needs a new suction point and pipe run. The quote you receive confirms which applies to you. Both services are done by C-NRPP certified professionals.
One price for a full 91-day radon test. If your results show you need mitigation and you choose First Choice Radon, the $99 is reimbursed on your mitigation quote.
What’s included
- Set up
- 91-day test and pick up
- Your results, explained
- Honest next steps
Thinking about a DIY radon test?What to know before you buy a kit
- Choose a long-term testHealth Canada recommends testing for at least 91 days, ideally 3 to 12 months. Short-term kits, including many library kits, only give a rough idea and aren’t appropriate for deciding on mitigation.
- Use an approved deviceHealth Canada recommends long-term devices that have passed C-NRPP performance testing. For electronic monitors, it strongly recommends only devices on the C-NRPP consumer list.
- Know the kit typesAlpha track detectors and electret ion chambers are sent to a lab for results. Electronic radon monitors show readings on a screen or app, but check that they store at least three months of data.
- Place it correctlyUse a bedroom, living room or office on the lowest lived-in level, at least 30 cm above the floor and 30 cm from walls, and 1 m from windows, doors and vents. Avoid kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, sump holes and foundation cracks. One detector is enough.
- Follow the instructions exactlyDon’t move or tamper with the device. Mail lab kits back promptly and before the expiry date. If a device is dropped or damaged, repeat the test with a new one.
Your written quote lists exactly what’s included for your home.
What’s included
- Pre-install assessment
- Communication test
- Sub-slab depressurization system
- Sealing and electrical
- Gauge and post-mitigation test
Some homes need extras such as a crawlspace membrane, a second suction point, a radon dome sump lid or a fan upgrade. Most homes don’t.
Get a Mitigation QuoteRadon questions from Airdrie homeowners
When should I test a newly built Airdrie home?
Once you have moved in and are using the house normally. Do not wait for a particular time of year.
Are the radon professionals serving Airdrie C-NRPP certified and licensed?
Yes. Our radon professionals are C-NRPP certified, the Canadian National Radon Proficiency Program, which is the national standard for radon measurement and mitigation in Canada, and we are licensed to work in Alberta. Your test and your system in Airdrie are handled by C-NRPP certified professionals, and you can ask to see our certification at any time.
Do you serve Airdrie?
Yes. Airdrie is a short drive from our Cochrane base and we book tests and installs there regularly.
How much does radon testing cost in Airdrie?
$99 for a 91-day test including set-up, pick-up and results. If you need mitigation and choose First Choice Radon, that $99 is reimbursed on your quote.
Does my Airdrie rough-in mean I am safe?
No. It is a pipe waiting for a fan. Test first, then activate if the result is above 200 Bq/m³.
Are Airdrie homes tighter than older Calgary homes?
Newer homes generally are. That helps energy use but gives radon fewer ways out, which is why testing newer homes matters.
Can I test a basement before I finish it?
Yes. You can test an unfinished basement, and it is a good idea, because the lowest level is where radon is generally highest. Retest after finishing it, since new slabs, drains and ventilation change the result.
Do you serve Crossfield and Balzac?
Yes. See Crossfield and Rocky View County.
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