This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with or without basements. Radon can be found all over the U.S. and can get into any type of building. Because people spend most of their time at home, that s where the greatest exposure is likely to occur. Click to see a map of Radon Zones of Kentucky . Testing is the only way to know if a home has an elevated level of radon.
Testing is inexpensive and easy.
The Environmental Protection Agency and the Surgeon General both recommend testing all homes below the third floor. They further recommend that if radon levels of 4 picocuries per liter or more are found that the home be fixed. And there are simple ways to fix radon problems that are not too costly. Even very high levels can be reduced to acceptable levels.