Free radon tests for Montgomery County homeowners

The Clark County Combined Health District is warning people to check the radon levels in their home as levels can elevate during the winter. JENNA LAWSON/STAFF

The Clark County Combined Health District is warning people to check the radon levels in their home as levels can elevate during the winter. JENNA LAWSON/STAFF

Free and cost-reduced kits are available for Montgomery Country homeowners looking to test for elevated radon in their homes.

Radon is an odorless, colorless gas that increases the risk of lung cancer when built up in homes.

Around half of Ohio families live with elevated radon levels, the Ohio Department of Health estimates.

Testing is the only way to know if radon is present, and it's recommended that all homes, regardless of age, location or construction type be tested.

Radon test kits are only $8.45, and households with an income below $80,500 qualify for a free kit.

Homeowners can visit www.doctorhomeair.com/ohio to request a radon test kit or www.rapca.org/programs/radon to learn more about radon.

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