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Radon

Illustration of radon gas seeping up into the basement of a house Radon is an invisible, odorless gas known to cause cancer. Everyone is exposed to Radon at some level. Millions of homes and buildings contain high levels of Radon gas. The EPA and the Office of the Surgeon General recommend that all homes below the third floor be tested for Radon. Because Radon is invisible and odorless, a simple test is the only way to determine if a home has high Radon levels. For more Radon information see the Radon FAQ.

New Mexico Environment Department Radon Action Month (January 2009)

  • New Mexico Environment Department Radon Program

    Radon test kits can be requested online using the “New Mexico Radon Program” link at http://www.drhomeair.com Leaving www.cabq.gov, click for disclaimer or by calling 1-800-324-5928 and following the instructions for “The State of New Mexico Radon Test Kit Program” option.

    While supplies last, these radon test kits are free to New Mexico residents, limited to one per household, on a first come, first served basis. Once the supply of pre-purchased kits has been exhausted, or if you wish to purchase additional kits, you can do so at the discounted price of $7 per test kit. Test kits, whether obtained free or purchased, include laboratory analysis and postage at no additional cost as part of this program.

Health Effects From Radon Exposure

  • No immediate symptoms.
  • Estimated to contribute to between 7,000 and 30,000 lung cancer deaths each year.
  • Smokers are at higher risk of developing Radon-induced lung cancer.

Steps to Reduce Exposure to Radon

  • Take action if your Radon level is 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) or higher.
  • Radon levels of less than 4 pCi/L still pose a risk, and in many cases, may be reduced.

How to Get a Radon Test Kit

  • Test your home for Radon - it is easy and inexpensive. Requests for Radon Test kits can be sent to the National Safety Council’s 1-800-SOS-RADON number ($9.95) or Lowes Home Improvement Centers ($16.88) per the NM Environment Department.
  • For more Radon information see the Radon FAQ.

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