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Radon Testing · Anchorage & Southcentral Alaska

Alaska Has Some of the Highest Radon Levels in the US.

Radon is the #2 cause of lung cancer in America — colorless, odorless, and only detectable by testing. Larry provides EPA-approved 48-hour testing with a written report included.

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38+ Yrs Alaska

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Inspections led by Larry McBain — ASHI Certified, 38+ years of Alaska construction experience.

The Risk

You Can’t See It.
You Can’t Smell It.

Radon is a radioactive gas that forms naturally from uranium decay in Alaska’s soil and rock. It seeps into homes through foundation cracks, sump pits, and floor gaps — then accumulates silently.

EPA Action Level: 4 pCi/L

Many Alaska homes test significantly higher. The national average is 1.3 pCi/L — Anchorage-area geology puts homes at elevated risk.

  • EPA-approved 48-hour short-term test
  • Accredited laboratory analysis
  • Written report with your pCi/L level
  • Mitigation contractor referrals if elevated
  • Bundle with home inspection — most popular option

Who Should Test

Every Anchorage Home.

Home Buyers

Test before closing. Elevated radon is negotiable — but only if you know about it.

Home Sellers

Testing before listing avoids last-minute surprises and builds buyer confidence.

Homeowners

Radon levels change. Renovations, new occupants, or shifting soil can all affect your reading.

Commercial Tenants

Ground-level offices and below-grade workspaces face the highest risk. Test before signing.

Home + Radon Bundle

Most buyers add radon testing to their home inspection. One call, one appointment. Larry places the device at inspection start and picks it up 48 hours later.

Call to Bundle — (907) 223-3725

Process

How Radon Testing Works

1

Schedule

Call or book online. We place the EPA-approved test device at the lowest livable level of your home.

2

48-Hour Test

Short-term testing under closed-house conditions — the standard for real estate transactions.

3

Lab Analysis

Device is sent to an accredited laboratory for precise pCi/L measurement.

4

Written Report

You receive your radon level with context and mitigation guidance if the result is elevated.

FAQ

Radon Testing Questions

Yes. Alaska has elevated radon levels in many areas including Anchorage, Eagle River, and the Mat-Su Valley. Testing is the only way to know your home's radon level.

The EPA recommends mitigating levels at or above 4 pCi/L. Levels between 2–4 pCi/L should also be reduced if possible. The national average indoor level is 1.3 pCi/L.

Short-term radon tests take 48–96 hours. For real estate transactions, 48-hour short-term tests are standard and accepted by most lenders and buyers.

If your home tests above 4 pCi/L, a sub-slab depressurization system can reduce levels by up to 99%. Systems typically cost $800–$2,500. We can recommend licensed mitigation contractors in Anchorage.

Yes. We offer a Home + Radon bundle — the most popular option for buyers. The radon device is placed at the start of the home inspection and picked up 48 hours later. Call (907) 223-3725 to schedule.

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ASHI Certified Inspector - Larry McBain

Larry McBain is an ASHI Certified Inspector with more than 38 years of Alaska construction and inspection experience.

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Book online in seconds, or call Larry directly. A 380+ point inspection and a detailed written report — so you can move forward with confidence.

Five-star reviewed
ASHI Certified
Detailed Inspection Reports
38+ yrs Alaska