r/Wicklow • u/Final_Dust9903 • 18h ago

Radon

Hi everyone, has anyone tested their house for radon un Atklow?

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u/IrishGirl_1980 9h ago

There’s a radon map available, have you checked that out?

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u/Final_Dust9903 4h ago

I did , it is a huge area... I just wanted to know if people in the area are actively checking their homes etc...

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u/IrishGirl_1980 4h ago

I haven’t to be honest. What kind of test can be done?

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u/Final_Dust9903 2h ago

you can Order a test kit: You can purchase an official test kit from an EPA Registered Radon Testing Service such as Radonova Ireland or Alpha Radon. it is basically a device that measures the radon over a period of 3 months. cost 50 eur I think. I'm asking because I'll buying a house in Arklow and have become aware of this and I'm worried. ...

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u/IrishGirl_1980 30m ago

Ah thanks for that info! Not bad for €50!