Radon, Meth & Mold Testing for Utah Homeowners

If you're buying, selling, or simply want peace of mind about the air quality in your home, certified testing is the first step. Quality Home Solutions provides professional radon testing, meth contamination screening, and mold inspection services across Salt Lake City, the greater Wasatch Front, and surrounding communities.

Utah homeowners face elevated radon risk compared to the national average — the state's geology pushes radon gas up through soil and into basements, crawl spaces, and lower levels of the home. The EPA recommends action when radon levels reach 4.0 pCi/L or higher, and Utah consistently sees readings above that threshold in residential neighborhoods across Salt Lake, Utah, Davis, and Weber counties.

Our certified inspectors use continuous electronic radon monitors for short-term testing and passive canisters for long-term baseline measurements. Every test comes with a written report detailing your results, what they mean, and recommended next steps — whether that's a clear bill of health or a referral to a licensed mitigation contractor.

What's Included in Our Testing Services

Quality Home Solutions offers three core home safety testing services that can be bundled or scheduled individually depending on your needs:

Radon Gas Inspection: Continuous electronic monitoring over a 48–96 hour period. Ideal for real estate transactions and peace-of-mind testing. Fast results, EPA-aligned methodology, and a written report delivered digitally.

Meth Contamination Screening: Former meth production or use leaves behind chemical residue that can affect air quality and present serious health risks. We screen surfaces using certified lab analysis to determine whether remediation is needed.

Mold Inspection: Utah's dry climate doesn't eliminate mold risk — especially in basements, crawl spaces, and bathrooms with inadequate ventilation. Our inspectors identify visible and hidden mold growth and provide documentation for remediation contractors or real estate negotiations.

Service Information

Service Type :

Home Inspections

Service Available In:

Utah - Wasatch Front, Salt Lake City, Provo, Park City, Heber

Service Benefits:

Health, safety, air quality, and property value

Do Home Inspectors Check for Radon?

Standard home inspections do not include radon testing — it's a separate, specialized service. If you're in the middle of a real estate transaction, your general home inspector will walk the property and assess structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, but radon, meth, and mold testing require dedicated instruments and certified professionals.

Quality Home Solutions fills that gap. We work alongside your general home inspector and your real estate agent to coordinate scheduling so testing doesn't slow down your closing timeline. Our short-term radon tests typically require 48 to 96 hours of uninterrupted monitoring, and results are delivered digitally within 24 hours of device retrieval.

Is Radon Testing Required When Buying a Home in Utah?

Radon testing is not legally required in Utah real estate transactions, but it is strongly recommended — and many buyers request it as a contingency. Utah sits in EPA Zone 1 across much of the Wasatch Front, meaning average indoor radon levels are predicted to exceed 4 pCi/L. That's the threshold at which the EPA recommends mitigation.

If you're buying a new construction home in Salt Lake City, Lehi, Murray, or anywhere along the Wasatch Front, radon testing at the builder stage is especially valuable. New construction homes are often sealed tightly for energy efficiency, which can trap radon gas at higher concentrations than older, less airtight homes.

Is Radon Testing Mandatory for Sellers?

Sellers are not required to test for radon before listing a home in Utah, but disclosing known radon issues is required. Many sellers proactively test and share results to build buyer confidence and streamline negotiations. If your home has a mitigation system already installed, having a current test report on hand shows buyers the system is working — a meaningful selling point in a competitive market.

How Long Does a Radon Inspection Take?

Short-term radon tests run 48 to 96 hours. Our inspector places a continuous electronic monitor in the lowest livable area of the home — typically a basement or ground-floor bedroom — and returns at the end of the testing window to retrieve the device and upload data. You receive a digital report within 24 hours of pickup. Long-term tests using passive alpha track detectors run 90 days or more and are used to establish a seasonal average rather than a snapshot reading.

Serving Salt Lake City and the Wasatch Front

Quality Home Solutions provides certified radon testing in Salt Lake City, West Jordan, Sandy, Murray, Draper, South Jordan, Herriman, Taylorsville, Cottonwood Heights, Millcreek, Midvale, West Valley City, Lehi, Provo, Orem, and communities throughout Davis and Weber counties. If you're not sure whether we cover your area, call us at (801) 571-0344 — we're happy to confirm availability and get you scheduled quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is radon testing really necessary in Utah?

Yes — Utah has some of the highest residential radon levels in the country. The Wasatch Front sits over uranium-bearing geology that generates radon gas naturally, and it migrates into homes through foundation cracks, slab penetrations, and crawl spaces. The EPA designates much of the Wasatch Front as Zone 1, the highest predicted radon risk category. Testing is the only way to know your actual indoor levels.

Do home inspectors check for radon during a standard home inspection?

No. A standard home inspection covers structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems — radon testing is a separate service that requires specialized equipment and certified professionals. Quality Home Solutions can coordinate radon, meth, and mold testing to run concurrently with your general inspection so you don't have to schedule multiple site visits.

Should I get a radon test with my home inspection when buying a home?

Absolutely. Real estate transactions are the most common time buyers arrange radon testing, and for good reason — you want test results before you're committed to the purchase. We work directly with buyers, real estate agents, and general inspectors to coordinate testing windows that fit within standard inspection contingency periods.

Is a radon test required when buying a home in Utah?

Utah does not legally require radon testing as part of a real estate transaction, but it is strongly recommended given the state's elevated radon risk. Many buyers include radon testing as a contingency in their purchase offer. If results come back at or above 4.0 pCi/L, buyers typically negotiate for the seller to install a mitigation system prior to closing.

How much does radon testing cost in Utah?

Our radon testing packages are competitively priced for Utah homeowners and real estate clients. Pricing varies based on home size, test type (short-term vs. long-term), and whether you're bundling with meth or mold screening. Call us at (801) 571-0344 for a current quote — we provide free estimates and can typically schedule within a few business days.

Certified Radon Testing & Home Inspection Services in Utah

Radon, Meth & Mold Testing for Utah Homeowners

What's Included in Our Testing Services