- What radon level should I act on?
- The EPA recommends taking action when long-term radon levels reach 4 pCi/L (148 Bq/m³) or above. The WHO recommends a reference level of 100 Bq/m³ (2.7 pCi/L). Both agencies recommend investigating mitigation options when levels exceed these thresholds. The Airthings app shows whether your reading is in the Good, Fair, or Poor range and explains what to do next.
- Where should I place the Corentium Home 2?
- Place the Airthings Corentium Home 2 on the lowest livable floor of your home — the basement if you use it regularly, or the ground floor if your basement is unfinished. Keep it at least 20 inches above the floor and away from exterior walls, windows, and HVAC vents. Radon concentrates on lower floors and levels are typically highest in fall and winter when homes are sealed.
- What is a "rolling average" and why does it matter?
- A rolling average shows trends by averaging radon data over a moving time window. The 7-day rolling average updates daily — it adds the newest day's data and drops the oldest. This smooths out short-term fluctuations caused by weather, ventilation changes, and daily activity. Higher rolling averages than your long-term average indicate rising radon levels; lower averages indicate improvement. The EPA bases its action level on long-term averages, so rolling averages are the right metric to watch.
- How long should I measure for radon?
- The Airthings Corentium Home 2 measures continuously and shows your first 24-hour average after one full day. For reliable long-term results, measure for several weeks — radon levels fluctuate with weather, seasons, and ventilation. The EPA recommends measuring for at least 90 days during colder months (fall and winter) for the most accurate baseline. If you have a mitigation system installed, continuous monitoring confirms it is working correctly.
- Can I use the Corentium Home 2 without the Airthings app?
- Yes. The Airthings Corentium Home 2 works as a standalone device — the LCD screen displays your 24-hour, 7-day, 30-day, and long-term radon averages, plus temperature and humidity, without any app or connectivity needed. The free Airthings app adds historical graphs, personalized guidance, SmartLink remote access, and in-app alerts, but the device measures and displays radon independently.
- Why wait 24 hours for the first radon reading?
- Radon levels fluctuate significantly throughout the day due to changes in pressure, ventilation, and activity. The Airthings Corentium Home 2 uses 24-hour rolling averages rather than instantaneous readings to provide a statistically meaningful result. Your first average appears after one full day of data collection. Shorter readings can be misleading — a spike or dip in one hour does not represent your home's actual radon exposure.
- Why choose Airthings for radon monitoring?
- Airthings has been making digital radon monitors since 2011 and the Corentium Home sensor technology is trusted by over half a million homeowners and recommended by radon professionals. The patented alpha spectrometry sensor measures radon across a range of 0–250 pCi/L with a typical accuracy within 10%. A free 5-year warranty is available with device registration within 30 days of purchase.
- Is the Corentium Home 2 HSA/FSA eligible?
- Yes. The Airthings Corentium Home 2 is eligible for purchase with Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) funds through Truemed. After completing your purchase on airthings.com, you will fill out a short Truemed intake form to qualify. Using pre-tax HSA or FSA dollars effectively reduces the out-of-pocket cost of the device.