Montgomery County Resale Law

    Bill 31-15
    Effective October 1, 2016

    First in the nation - requires radon testing for all real estate transactions

    Montgomery County Government Building

    Pioneering Radon Safety

    Montgomery County leads the nation in radon testing requirements

    Did You Know?

    Montgomery County is the only county in the United States that requires radon testing for a property before its settlement. This groundbreaking regulation highlights the county's commitment to public health and environmental safety.

    Key Requirements
    Essential compliance information for all transactions

    Property Coverage

    • All single-family homes in Montgomery County
    • Either buyer or seller can order test
    • Buyers cannot waive testing rights

    Testing Standards

    • Certified professionals only
    • EPA approved ANSI-AARST standards
    • Test valid for 1 year

    Key Differences

    • No mitigation required
    • Awareness-focused law
    • Class A violation for non-compliance
    Smart Home Radon: Your Compliance Partner
    NRPP certified professionals ensuring full legal compliance

    Our Expertise

    • NRPP certified professionals
    • EPA approved ANSI-AARST standards compliance
    • GCAAR members with SentriLock access
    • Same-day laboratory analysis

    Testing Only Policy

    We provide testing services only. By not offering mitigation services, we maintain complete objectivity and ensure unbiased results. This ethical approach protects both buyers and sellers from conflicts of interest.

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