The Silent Threat Beneath Your Home — Why Every Illinois Home Needs a Radon Test

Radon Testing in Illinois | Lockport Radon Inspection | Quality Environmental Testing

Radon is a leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers — and it could be in your home. Quality Environmental Testing provides professional, certified radon testing in Lockport and surrounding Illinois communities. Call 708-243-5945 to schedule your test today.

The Invisible Risk Lurking Below

You can’t see it, smell it, or taste it — but radon gas may be seeping into your home right now. Naturally formed from uranium in the soil and rock beneath your foundation, radon moves upward through cracks, sump pumps, and drains. Once trapped indoors, it can reach dangerous levels — especially in basements and lower floors.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, claiming more than 21,000 lives every year. For non-smokers, it’s the number one cause.That’s why professional radon testing in Illinois isn’t just a precaution — it’s a necessity.

How Radon Enters Your Home

Radon finds its way in through:

• Foundation cracks or floor joints

• Gaps around service pipes and utility openings

• Crawlspaces, sumps, or drains

• Porous concrete or cinder block walls

Every home is different, and radon levels can vary drastically — even between neighboring houses. Whether your property is brand-new or a century old, you won’t know your risk without a proper radon inspection.

Why Every Illinois Home Should Be Tested

Radon can’t be detected by sight or smell — only through professional radon testing. The EPA and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) both recommend testing every two years, or anytime major renovations, basement finishing, or HVAC updates occur.

At Quality Environmental Testing (QET), we use continuous electronic radon monitors that record data hour-by-hour to deliver accurate, certified results. Each client receives:

• A full radon level report

• Easy-to-read EPA comparison charts

• Clear guidance on next steps if levels exceed 4.0 pCi/L

If mitigation is needed, QET provides independent, unbiased testing results so homeowners can choose the best contractor confidently.

Why Choose Quality Environmental Testing

• Licensed and Certified Illinois Radon Measurement Professionals

• Accurate, independent testing only — we don’t perform mitigation

• Fast, easy scheduling for homeowners, buyers, and real estate agents

• Trusted local experts serving Lockport and surrounding Illinois communities

• Clear, professional reports delivered same or next day

When you work with Quality Environmental Testing, you get peace of mind backed by science — not sales pressure.

Protect What Matters Most

Radon may be invisible, but its risks are real — and preventable. Testing your home is simple, affordable, and the first step to protecting your family’s health and home value.

Call Quality Environmental Testing today at 708-243-5945 or visit qualityenvironmentaltesting.com to schedule your professional radon test in Lockport and throughout Illinois.

Your home deserves more than assumptions — it deserves answers.Quality Environmental Testing: Reliable. Local. Certified