Delaware County Public Health Reminds Residents to Utilize Radon Test Kits

Delaware County Public Health Reminds Residents to Utilize Radon Test Kits

November 5, 2025 in News, Public Health

Delaware County Public Health (DCPH) reminds residents who picked up free radon test kits in September to utilize them promptly. Often called the “invisible killer”, radon is an odorless, colorless and tasteless gas that’s harmful to people’s health. As many as 5 in 7 homes across Iowa have elevated radon levels. 

“We urge everyone who received a radon test kit to use it as soon as possible. Testing your home for radon is a crucial step to protect your family’s health,” shared Krystle DeShaw, DCPH Administrator. So far, radon test results have come back at high levels (between  6-12.3 pCi/L) in our Delaware County homes. Mitigation measures are recommended for homes over 4pCi/L.

Key reminders for radon test kit users: 

• If you have not used your test kit: Please follow the provided instructions to conduct the test and send the results to the lab.
• If you have used your test kit: Please wait for results and call DCPH (563-927-7551) with any questions. 
• Return Instructions: Follow all instructions provided and keep record of your test kit type and number for any follow-up inquiries. Kits are preaddressed and postage-paid. 
• Expiration: Short-term (air check) test kits expire one year after purchase. Please ensure your kit is used and returned before its expiration date.

For detailed information on how to use the test kit, please visit radon.com. For any other questions, please contact Delaware County Public Health at 563-927-7551.