Professional Radon testing for Chattanooga, Cleveland, Knoxville, and communities across East Tennessee — using the modern Breeze continuous radon monitor for fast, reliable, accurate results.
Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can be present in any home — and it could put your family at risk. Rock Solid Home Inspections offers professional Radon testing you can trust, delivered by an InterNACHI Certified Radon Tester using modern, professional-grade equipment.
Radon is a naturally-occurring radioactive gas produced by the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water. It has no color, no odor, and no taste — which is exactly what makes it so dangerous. Radon enters homes through cracks in the foundation, gaps around service pipes, sump pits, crawlspaces, and the natural pressure differential between the home and the ground beneath it.
According to the EPA, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States — and the leading cause among non-smokers. An estimated 21,000 Americans die each year from radon-related lung cancer, and the only way to know a home's radon level is to test.
East Tennessee is a concern zone. The geology of our region — from the Cumberland Plateau down through the Tennessee Valley and into the Smoky Mountains — produces some of the higher indoor radon risks in the country. Homes across Hamilton, Bradley, McMinn, Knox, Monroe, Roane, and surrounding counties can and do produce elevated radon levels, regardless of age, style, or construction type. The EPA recommends testing every home — and retesting every two years.
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Testing is the first step to protecting your family from a hazard you can't see, smell, or taste.
Our radon testing process is easy, affordable, and non-disruptive to your home. No tear-out, no mess — just professional equipment placed and retrieved on schedule.
We use professional-grade equipment to deliver accurate results you can count on. Clear reporting, defensible for real estate transactions, and trusted by lenders.
We use advanced digital radon test kits and the Breeze radon pump for fast, reliable, and accurate results — the same professional-grade equipment used by certified radon testers across the country.
Home buyers: Rock Solid recommends radon testing as part of every home purchase in East Tennessee. The inspection period is the single best opportunity to document radon levels, negotiate remediation if needed, and protect yourself before closing. Testing typically runs in parallel with your general home inspection.
Home sellers: A pre-listing radon test eliminates surprises during buyer negotiations. If mitigation is needed, you can complete it on your own timeline before going to market — keeping your sale on schedule and your leverage intact.
Homeowners: The EPA recommends every home be tested for radon, and retested every two years. If you've never tested, or if it's been more than two years, schedule a test. If you've recently finished a basement, installed new HVAC equipment, or made significant foundation or drainage changes, retest — any of those can shift your home's radon levels.
New construction: Even brand-new homes can have elevated radon. Testing after move-in establishes a baseline and catches any construction-related ventilation issues before they become long-term problems.
A standard short-term radon test using the Breeze continuous monitor runs for a minimum of 48 hours. Rock Solid drops the equipment off, returns to retrieve it, and delivers results shortly afterward. For real estate transactions, 48-hour short-term testing is the industry standard.
The EPA recommends taking action if your home's radon level is at or above 4.0 pCi/L (picocuries per liter of air). Homes testing between 2.0 and 4.0 pCi/L should consider mitigation as well — there is no completely safe level of radon, and lower is always better. We'll explain your results clearly and help you understand your options.
If your home tests at or above the EPA action level, the good news is that radon is one of the most fixable home hazards. Mitigation typically involves installing a sub-slab depressurization system — a simple fan-and-pipe setup that vents radon from beneath the foundation to the outside. Most systems reduce levels dramatically. Rock Solid will explain your results and provide guidance on qualified mitigation contractors in East Tennessee.
DIY test kits exist, but they have real limitations — results can take weeks, they're not tamper-proof, and they're generally not accepted for real estate transactions. For an accurate, fast, defensible test — especially during a home purchase — a professional continuous radon monitor like the Breeze is the right tool. Rock Solid uses the same equipment certified testers across the country rely on.
The EPA recommends retesting every two years — and always after major foundation work, HVAC replacement, basement finishing, or significant drainage changes. Radon levels can shift with seasons, weather, and home modifications, so a one-time test isn't a lifetime guarantee.
Rock Solid specializes in radon testing — a defensible, certified measurement of your home's radon levels. We do not perform mitigation work, which is a separate specialty. If your home tests high, we'll provide your full report and recommend qualified mitigation contractors working across East Tennessee.
Yes — the most common way our clients use Rock Solid Radon Testing is paired with a general home inspection during a real estate transaction. We drop the Breeze monitor at the inspection, retrieve it 48 hours later, and deliver the radon report alongside the main inspection report. One call, one coordinated schedule.
Rock Solid provides radon testing across Chattanooga, Cleveland, Niota, Knoxville, and the surrounding counties — including Hamilton, Bradley, McMinn, Meigs, Rhea, Monroe, Polk, Roane, Loudon, Blount, and Knox. Not sure if we cover your area? Call 423-506-2810 and we'll tell you.
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