This site covers the following topics:

NEW RELEASE

New maps for defining areas where radon protective measures are required in new buildings and New BRE guide BR211 (2007), Radon: guidance on protective measures for new buildings introduced on 12th November 2007.

BRE publication tackles radon issues in property market

Radon solution sheets for existing dwellings

A series of practical specification sheets

The radon problem

What radon is, the health risk, how radon enters a building, and where radon is a problem.

How to reduce radon levels in your home

Describes the different radon solutions that are available – radon sumps, sealing floors and walls, increased underfloor ventilation, positive pressurisation, and improving house ventilation

Protecting new buildings

Offers guidance on the Building Regulations requirements for protecting new buildings in radon affected areas

Radon in the Workplace

Describes the Health and safety requirements for radon in workplace buildings, and identifies the guidance available for reducing radon levels.

Buying and selling homes in radon affected areas

Identifies the additional points to consider when buying a home in a radon affected areas.

Radon services available on a fee paid basis

Describes radon services that BRE can provide on a fee paid basis within the UK.

Radon Services available to International enquirers

Describes the unique radon services that BRE can offer overseas customers.

Other radon information sources

Links to other useful web sites

Radon questions & answers

The following are frequently asked questions and answers relating to radon and buildings:

The UK National Radon Forum

The National Radon Forum is a new initiative aimed at bringing people together who have a role to play in helping to reduce the risk from radon in the UK