Quality Radon Testing for Safer Homes

in New York and Connecticut

Protect your family from the #1 cause of lung cancer in non-smokers.

Why Test for Radon Gas?

Radon is present in 1 out of every 15 homes, and is the #1 cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. It enters homes through the soil, silently building up in basements and living spaces. Each year, radon exposure is responsible for over 20,000 deaths in the U.S. Children and pets are especially vulnerable. Testing is the only way to know if your home is safe.

Longs GCS offers fast, certified, affordable radon testing services across the Lower Hudson Valley and Fairfield County, CT.

Signs of Radon in Your Home

Radon doesn’t cause visible symptoms in your home. But certain signs might indicate elevated risk:

🔻 Homes with basements or crawl spaces
🔻 Nearby homes have radon systems
🔻 Foundation cracks or water intrusion
🔻 Poor ventilation

And if you or a loved one experiences:

Excessive chest pain
Blood when coughing
Persistent cough
Shortness of breath
Hoarseness or wheezing
Frequent lung infections (Bronchitis/Pneumonia)

…it’s time to test your home.

Our Certified Radon Testing Process

When you book with Longs GCS, you’re getting a certified, high-quality radon testing service backed by the National Radon Safety Board.

Protect your loved ones. Ensure your home is safe.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Radon Testing

What is radon and why should I test for it?

Radon is an odorless, colorless radioactive gas that seeps into homes from the surrounding soil. It’s the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., and testing is the only way to know your home’s level.

How long does radon testing take?

A standard short-term radon test runs for about 48 hours using a continuous radon monitor. We place the device, retrieve it, and deliver your results with clear guidance on whether mitigation is recommended.

What radon level is considered unsafe?

The EPA recommends taking action if your home tests at 4.0 pCi/L or higher. We explain your result, what it means, and your options if levels are elevated.

Do you offer radon testing in Westchester and Fairfield County?

Yes. We provide certified radon testing throughout the Lower Hudson Valley, NY and Fairfield County, CT, either as a standalone service or as part of a full home inspection.

Radon Testing FAQs

Straight answers about testing, timing, and results.

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?How long does a radon test take?

Chris Long inspects in person. He is licensed in NY and CT and an ASHI member (17598CG), not ASHI certified. A continuous radon monitor runs about 48 hours. It is placed during the inspection visit, so the result usually lands before your contingency window closes, and you are not booking a second appointment. Call (914) 260-8571 or book online.

?My county is low risk on the EPA map. Should I still test?

Yes. Zone maps are county averages. The EPA still recommends testing every home. Radon depends on the bedrock and soil under one foundation, so the house next door tells you nothing about yours. Westchester is Zone 3 on the map and still produces high basements. Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, and Fairfield County, CT are Zone 1.

?Is radon really a concern in Orange County?

The EPA maps all of Orange County as Zone 1, its highest predicted category, with average indoor levels expected above the 4 pCi/L action level. For homes in Montgomery, Blooming Grove, or Thompson Ridge, radon testing is treated as standard, not optional. We can place the test during the general inspection.

?What happens if the result comes back high?

A high reading is fixable. The follow-up call walks you through what the number means. Mitigation is a standard install by dedicated radon contractors, and a retest afterward confirms the system brought levels down. We do not sell mitigation, so the finding is not a sales pitch.

?What determines the cost of radon testing?

Whether it rides along with a full home inspection or runs standalone, plus how long the monitor needs to run. Bundled with an inspection is the usual path. Call (914) 260-8571 with the address.

Where Radon Testing Matters Most

The EPA puts all of Orange County in radon Zone 1, its highest predicted category, so testing leads the conversation in Montgomery, Blooming Grove, South Blooming Grove, and Thompson Ridge. Westchester's county average is lower, but averages say nothing about one basement, which is why we still test across our whole service area.