When you don’t own the place you live, it’s easy to put off things like radon testing. After all, it’s not your property—so shouldn’t that be your landlord’s problem?
It’s a fair question, but here’s the truth: radon exposure affects you, not just the building.
And if your landlord hasn’t tested or won’t respond to your concerns, you may need to take matters into your own hands to protect your health.
Radon Doesn’t Care Who Owns the Property
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can seep into homes through cracks, pipes, and foundation gaps. It’s invisible, odorless, and impossible to detect without a test—and it’s the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.
Whether you’re renting a basement studio or a top-floor apartment, you’re breathing the same air that could be contaminated by radon.
Why Renters Are Especially at Risk
- Older buildings and poor ventilation make it easier for radon to accumulate
- Basement or garden-level apartments have higher exposure risk
- Multi-unit buildings often go untested due to lack of regulation
- Long-term renters are at risk for cumulative exposure
“But Shouldn’t the Landlord Pay for This?”
Ideally? Yes. But in many states—including Georgia and South Carolina—landlords aren’t always required to test or disclose radon levels unless the building is federally funded.
So unless your landlord has documentation or offers testing themselves, you may be the only one looking out for your air quality.
The good news:
- Short-term radon testing is affordable
- You don’t need your landlord’s permission
- Results can help you request mitigation—or choose not to renew your lease
Radon Testing Is Cheaper Than You Think
Many renters are surprised to learn that:
- DIY kits can cost under $30
- Professional tests from certified providers like EnviroPro 360 are still budget-friendly—and much more accurate
- If high levels are detected, landlords are more likely to act when presented with certified data
Your Health, Your Right
As a renter, you may not own the building—but you absolutely own your right to clean air.
If you’re:
- Renting long-term
- Living in a high-risk area like Augusta, Aiken, or Columbia
- In a basement or first-floor unit
- Or just unsure if your place has ever been tested…
Then radon testing is one of the smartest things you can do.
Don’t wait for permission to protect your lungs.
At EnviroPro 360, we make radon testing easy, accurate, and affordable for renters across Georgia and South Carolina.Book your test today and breathe easier—because your health doesn’t wait for a lease clause.
