When most people think of radon, they picture residential homes—but radon gas doesn’t stop at the front door. Commercial buildings, schools, offices, apartments, and warehouses are just as vulnerable. Whether you manage a large property or operate a small business, radon testing and mitigation should be part of your building’s health and safety plan.
Here’s what every business owner, property manager, and facility director needs to know about commercial radon testing and mitigation.
🏢 What Is Commercial Radon Testing?
Commercial radon testing involves measuring the levels of radioactive radon gas in a non-residential structure. Just like in homes, radon can enter through foundation cracks, floor drains, sumps, and utility penetrations. Once inside, it can accumulate to dangerous levels—especially in lower or poorly ventilated areas.
Testing is done using:
- Short-term monitors (2–90 days)
- Long-term monitors (90+ days)
- Continuous radon monitors (CRMs) for detailed tracking
For large buildings or multi-unit properties, testing is performed in multiple zones or units to get accurate readings.
🧪 Why Is Radon Testing Important for Commercial Buildings?
✅ Protect Occupants’ Health
Employees, students, tenants, and visitors spend significant time inside your building. Exposure to high radon levels over time increases the risk of lung cancer—and the risk is even higher for smokers. The EPA states radon is the #1 cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. Testing helps you detect and address the issue before it affects long-term health.
✅ Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Some states and municipalities require radon testing in schools, daycares, multi-family apartments, and government buildings, and requirements for commercial properties are expanding. Staying ahead of potential regulations demonstrates due diligence and helps avoid legal risks.
✅ Liability Protection
Failing to test or mitigate high radon levels can result in costly lawsuits or insurance issues down the road. A proactive approach protects your company from liability while supporting a healthier environment.
✅ Property Value and Reputation
A documented radon mitigation system and test history can improve property value, attract health-conscious tenants, and build trust with clients and employees.
⚠️ Which Commercial Properties Are Most at Risk?
Radon can affect any type of structure, but certain buildings are more vulnerable:
- Schools and daycares
- Medical and healthcare facilities
- Office buildings
- Retail stores with basements
- Multifamily apartments and condominiums
- Hotels and hospitality spaces
- Warehouses with slab-on-grade construction
If your building has occupied spaces below ground level, is in a known high-radon area, or hasn’t been tested in the past few years, it’s time to act.
🛠️ Commercial Radon Mitigation Solutions
If your building tests above the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L, mitigation is recommended. Commercial systems are custom-designed for the building’s size, use, and structure, but generally include:
- Sub-slab depressurization systems with fans and venting
- Sealing of radon entry points (cracks, joints, sumps)
- Ventilation or air exchange systems in some settings
- Ongoing monitoring and system maintenance to ensure effectiveness
Installation is often done with minimal disruption to operations, and long-term maintenance is simple and cost-effective.
🧰 Why Work With a National Radon Mitigation Company?
At SWAT Environmental, we specialize in large-scale and multi-site radon testing and mitigation across the country. Our commercial services include:
- Certified radon testing, diagnostics, and reporting
- Custom mitigation system design and installation
- Documentation for compliance and liability
- Post-mitigation testing and monitoring
- Ongoing support and system maintenance
We serve property managers, school districts, facility maintenance teams, real estate developers, and corporate clients of all sizes.
📞 Get Started With a Commercial Radon Risk Assessment Today
Don’t leave the safety of your building, occupants, and tenants to chance. Whether you’re proactively managing a portfolio or responding to a recent test result, we’re here to help.
👉 Contact SWAT Environmental for a commercial radon assessment or a custom mitigation quote today.