EPA Publications
The US EPA is a great resource for information and publications. The publications indicated below are available for download by clicking on the "PDF Version" link next to the description.
For more publications and other EPA resources, go to www.epa.gov/radon/pubs
Home Buyer's and Seller's Guide to RadonThis booklet is intended for anyone who is buying or selling a home, real estate and relocation professionals, home inspectors and others. [EPA 402-K-06-093, November 2006] PDF Version (PDF, 43 pp, 1MB) |
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A Citizen's Guide to RadonThe guide to protecting yourself and your family from radon. PDF Version (PDF, 16 pp, 859KB) |
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Consumer's Guide to Radon ReductionHow to Reduce Radon Levels in Your Home... PDF Version (PDF, 20 pp, 602KB) |
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A Radon Guide for TenantsThis guide, created by the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) with EPA's review, is for people who rent their apartments or houses. The guide explains what radon is, and how to find out if there is a radon problem in your home. The guide also talks about what you can do if there are high radon levels in your home. [EPA 402-K-98-004, 1996] PDF Version (PDF, 10 pp, 50 KB) |
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Building Radon Out: A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Build Radon-Resistant HomesThis 81-page, fully illustrated guide contains all the info you need in one place to educate home builders about radon-resistant new construction (RRNC), including: Basic questions and detailed answers about radon and RRNC; Specific planning steps before installing a system; Detailed installation instructions with helpful illustrations; Tips and tricks when installing a system, Marketing know-how when dealing with homebuyers; and, Architectural drawings. [EPA 402-K-01-002, April 2001] PDF Version (PDF, 84 pp, 5.52MB) |
To Order EPA Publications:
You can order Indoor Air Quality publications from EPA's National Service Center for Environmental Publications (NSCEP):
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
National Service Center for Environmental Publications (NSCEP)
P.O. Box 42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-0419Website: www.epa.gov/nscep
Phone: 1-800-490-9198
Fax: (301) 604-3408
E-mail: nscep@bps-lmit.com
NSCEP operates a Toll-free phone service for EPA Publication assistance with live customer service representative assistance Monday through Friday from 9:00am-5:30pm eastern time. Voice Mail is available after operating hours. You can fax or e-mail your publication requests. For technical assistance with NSCEP web pages, write to: nscep_nepis.tech@epa.gov. Indicate the EPA Document Number, which is bolded, when ordering from NSCEP.





