Radon Testing in Orland Park, IL
Professional Radon Testing for Orland Park Homes
Whether you're purchasing a home, preparing to sell, or simply want to ensure the air inside your home is safe, professional radon testing provides the answers you need.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that forms in the soil beneath homes. Because it has no color, odor, or taste, elevated radon levels can only be identified through testing.
Quality Environmental Testing Inc. has been providing independent radon testing throughout Orland Park and the southwest Chicagoland area since 2002. Using professionally calibrated continuous radon monitoring equipment, we deliver accurate, reliable results homeowners and real estate professionals can trust.
Unlike companies that also install mitigation systems, QET performs testing only. That means our recommendations are completely independent and based solely on the results measured inside your home.
Why Orland Park Homes Should Be Tested
Orland Park offers one of the largest and most diverse housing markets in the southwest suburbs. From established neighborhoods and luxury custom homes to newer subdivisions and executive residences, every property has one thing in common:
No home can be assumed to have a safe radon level.
Radon enters through openings where a home's foundation contacts the ground, including:
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Foundation cracks
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Construction joints
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Sump pits
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Floor drains
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Utility penetrations
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Plumbing openings
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Crawl spaces
Because every home's construction, ventilation, and soil conditions are different, two neighboring homes can produce completely different radon test results.
Testing your own home is the only way to know your family's actual exposure.
Finished Basements Deserve Special Attention
Many Orland Park homes feature beautifully finished basements that serve as family rooms, home theaters, workout spaces, game rooms, guest suites, or home offices.
These spaces often become some of the most frequently used rooms in the home.
Since radon typically enters at the lowest level of the structure, testing is especially important when lower levels are occupied on a regular basis.
Whether your basement was finished years ago or recently remodeled, professional testing helps determine the radon concentration in the areas your family uses every day.
Buying or Selling a Home in Orland Park?
With Orland Park's active real estate market, radon testing is commonly requested during the home inspection process.
Quality Environmental Testing works with:
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Home buyers
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Home sellers
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Realtors
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Home inspectors
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Attorneys
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Relocation companies
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Property investors
We provide prompt scheduling and easy-to-read electronic reports that can be shared with everyone involved in the transaction.
Many homeowners also choose to test before listing their property, allowing them to understand the home's radon level before negotiations begin.
Our Professional Radon Testing Process
Quality Environmental Testing uses a calibrated SunRADON 1028-XP continuous radon monitor to collect hourly measurements throughout the testing period.
Every professional test includes:
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Proper monitor placement
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Minimum 48-hour testing period
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Hourly radon measurements
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Tamper-resistant monitoring
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Review of testing conditions
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Clear electronic reporting
The hourly data collected during the test provides a complete picture of radon levels over time rather than relying on a single measurement.
Preparing Your Home for Testing
To obtain accurate results, closed-building conditions should be maintained throughout the testing period.
Before and during testing:
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Keep exterior windows closed
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Keep doors closed except for normal entry and exit
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Operate heating and cooling systems normally
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Do not move or unplug the monitor
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Avoid unusual ventilation during the test
We'll review the testing requirements before your appointment and answer any questions you may have.
Understanding Your Results
Radon is measured in picocuries per liter (pCi/L).
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommends taking corrective action when indoor radon levels measure 4.0 pCi/L or higher.
Some homeowners also choose to reduce radon levels between 2.0 and 4.0 pCi/L to further reduce long-term exposure.
Testing provides the information needed to make an informed decision about your home.
Newer Homes Can Have Elevated Radon
Many people believe that newer construction automatically means lower radon levels.
Unfortunately, that's a common misconception.
Radon originates in the soil beneath the home—not in the building materials.
In fact, newer homes are often built with tighter construction techniques that improve energy efficiency. While beneficial for heating and cooling, tighter homes may also allow radon to accumulate indoors if it enters through the foundation.
Regardless of when your Orland Park home was built, professional testing remains the only reliable way to know its radon level.
Why Homeowners Choose Quality Environmental Testing
Since 2002, QET has earned the trust of homeowners throughout Orland Park by providing:
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Independent radon testing only
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Family-owned local business
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Calibrated continuous radon monitors
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Professional 48-hour testing
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Fast electronic reports
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Responsive scheduling
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Licensed and insured service
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Honest, unbiased results
Because we do not perform radon mitigation, our recommendations are never influenced by selling another service. Our only job is to provide accurate testing and dependable information.
Serving Homeowners Throughout Orland Park
Whether your home is near LaGrange Road, 143rd Street, 151st Street, Wolf Road, Orland Square, or in one of Orland Park's many established neighborhoods, Quality Environmental Testing is ready to provide professional, independent radon testing.
From executive homes with finished basements to townhomes, ranches, and newer construction, every property deserves accurate testing.
If you're buying, selling, or simply want peace of mind, contact Quality Environmental Testing today to schedule professional radon testing in Orland Park, Illinois.