Did you know Illinois has Radon laws? These radon laws have been implemented to protect home owners, renters as well as children. Let’s take a look at some of the most recent Illinois Radon laws. Radon Law #1: Illinois Radon Resistant Construction Act On June 1, 2013, all new construction single family homes or dwellings… Read More
Real Estate and Radon
You've spent weeks, perhaps even months, preparing your home to go on the market. You've done those updates you've put off for so long, made the obvious repairs & kept your home absurdly clean. You've packed up your family at a moments' notice, milling about grocery stores, parks, & Target. Finally - an offer is… Read More
Radon & Real Estate
Radon & real estate go hand in hand. Often times, homeowners do not test their homes for radon until they are getting ready to list them for sale. Other times, homes aren't checked for radon until they are under contract. The good news about radon & real estate is that a high level of radon… Read More
Radon Testing in Real Estate Transactions
When performing radon testing in real estate transactions, it is typically best to hire a licensed radon tester. Your contractor should provide you with directions on how your home should be during this test, as well as where he or she is conducting the test. If you are in need of radon testing in real… Read More
Radon Test: Buying & Selling Your Home
Are you looking into buying or selling your home? If so, the EPA recommends having a radon test done in your home. Since buying & selling a home is such a time sensitive process, the EPA has developed a guide to help homeowners make an educated decision in regards to radon testing. If you are… Read More
Radon Checklist: Buying & Selling a Home
Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE To kick off this series, we are going to provide you with a Radon Checklist. This is an important guideline to consider whether you are testing your home yourself, or having a professional test your home. Radon Checklist: Notify the occupants of the importance of proper testing… Read More