Radon Risk Assessment Tool

Check Below the Assessment tool to see if your area Risk Level

Ensure your home is safe with a Radon Risk Assessment in Alberta vary significantly across different cities and regions. Here’s a breakdown of major cities and their radon risk levels based on current data:

High Risk Areas:

1. Calgary – Approximately 1 in 8 homes have high levels of radon, exceeding Health Canada’s acceptable levels. Newer homes, built in the last 25 years, tend to have even higher radon concentrations.
2. Edmonton – Similar to Calgary, a significant portion of homes, especially newer ones, have elevated radon levels due to construction practices and the natural presence of radon in the soil.
3. Lethbridge – High risk due to geological factors and older home constructions that often lack radon mitigation systems.
4. Okotoks – Known to have homes with very high radon levels, prompting frequent testing and mitigation efforts.

Medium Risk Areas:

1. Red Deer – While not as high as Calgary or Edmonton, a moderate number of homes show elevated radon levels, particularly in newer developments.
2. Medicine Hat – Similar to Red Deer, it has a need for testing but not as high a concentration of elevated levels as the major urban centers.
3. Fort McMurray – Due to its geological setting and construction patterns, it presents a moderate radon risk.

Low-Risk Areas:

1. Grande Prairie – Lower instances of high radon levels have been reported, but testing is still recommended.
2. Cold Lake – Generally considered low risk, but homes should still be tested due to variances even within the same region.

It’s important to note that radon levels can vary significantly even within the same city or neighbourhood, so testing each home individually is crucial for accurate assessment​