Best Radon Testing & Mitigation in Edmonton

About Radon in Edmonton, Alberta

Last updated: March 2026

Edmonton is one of the highest-radon major cities in Canada. The city sits on glacial till and sedimentary deposits overlying uranium-bearing bedrock, and Health Canada surveys consistently show that roughly one in four Edmonton homes exceeds the 200 Bq/m³ guideline. Edmonton's extreme winters, often the coldest of any major Canadian city, keep homes sealed for six or more months a year, allowing radon to accumulate to elevated concentrations. Testing is strongly recommended for all Edmonton homes, regardless of age, neighbourhood, or foundation type.

Typical Mitigation Cost in Alberta

$2,500–$4,000

Above national average

Higher costs reflect complex basement configurations and the need for multi-point systems in many Alberta homes.

  • Foundation type: unfinished basement vs. slab-on-grade vs. crawlspace
  • Number of suction points required (some Alberta homes need 2–3)
  • Pipe routing through finished living spaces or garage
  • Local labour rates in Calgary, Edmonton, and rural markets
  • Seasonal demand: spring and fall are peak periods for mitigators

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RadonCare

Airdrie, AB
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Specializing in residential and commercial radon mitigation and testing, licensed professionals have completed over 1,000 mitigations.

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Thurber Engineering Ltd. is a C-NRPP certified radon testing and mitigation professional serving Edmonton, AB and surrounding areas. They offer complete radon solutions from initial testing through to mitigation system installation.

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Cascade Environmental Consulting Ltd. is a C-NRPP certified radon testing professional serving Edmonton, AB and surrounding areas. Their certified inspectors provide accurate radon measurements for homes and businesses.

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Government of Alberta, Infrastructure is a C-NRPP certified radon testing professional serving Edmonton, AB and surrounding areas. Their certified inspectors provide accurate radon measurements for homes and businesses.

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Offers radon testing (long-term, short-term, kits, digital monitors) and mitigation (ASD/Sub Slab Depressurization systems) in Edmonton. C-NRPP Certified Professionals reduce radon levels by over 95%, following national standards.

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MPE Engineering

Edmonton, AB
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MPE Engineering is a C-NRPP certified radon testing professional serving Edmonton, AB and across AB. Their certified inspectors provide accurate radon measurements for homes and businesses.

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Parkland Geo-Environmental Ltd. is a C-NRPP certified radon testing and mitigation professional serving Edmonton, AB and across AB. They offer complete radon solutions from initial testing through to mitigation system installation.

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Core Environmental Consulting Inc. is a C-NRPP certified radon testing professional serving Edmonton, AB and surrounding areas. Their certified inspectors provide accurate radon measurements for homes and businesses.

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Pinchin Inc.

Edmonton, AB
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Pinchin Inc. is a C-NRPP certified radon testing and mitigation professional serving Edmonton, AB and across AB. They offer complete radon solutions from initial testing through to mitigation system installation.

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Offers radon testing services. Located in Edmonton, AB.

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Edmonton's C-NRPP Certified specialists offer patented radon gas mitigation systems using sumps or sub slab depressurization. Free short & long term radon testing available.

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Provides radon mitigation and secondary containment, protecting people, buildings, and the environment.

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Radon Gas Busters

Edmonton, AB

C-NRPP Certified Radon specialists offering testing, consultation, and mitigation systems. Servicing Edmonton homes and businesses to detect and safely reduce radon gas.

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Alberta Safety and Environmental Services is a C-NRPP certified radon testing professional serving Edmonton, AB and surrounding areas. Their certified inspectors provide accurate radon measurements for homes and businesses.

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Stantec

Edmonton, AB
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Stantec is a C-NRPP certified radon testing professional serving Edmonton, AB. Their certified inspectors provide accurate radon measurements for homes and businesses.

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Pario Engineering & Environmental Services is a C-NRPP certified radon testing professional serving Edmonton, AB. Their certified inspectors provide accurate radon measurements for homes and businesses.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Radon in Edmonton

Edmonton has some of the highest radon levels of any major Canadian city. Health Canada surveys indicate approximately 25% of Edmonton-area homes exceed the national guideline of 200 Bq/m³. The city's combination of uranium-bearing geology, glacial soils, and cold winters that seal homes tightly creates conditions for elevated indoor radon accumulation.
Elevated radon has been documented across Edmonton, including in both established neighbourhoods and newer suburban areas such as Windermere, Terwillegar Towne, and communities in the southwest and southeast. Because radon depends on local soil and individual home construction, every Edmonton home should be tested regardless of neighbourhood.
Most Edmonton homeowners pay between $2,500 and $4,000 for a complete active sub-slab depressurization system. Homes with unfinished basements are generally at the lower end. Finished basements, multiple suction points, or complex pipe routing can push costs toward the higher end. Request quotes from at least two certified professionals before proceeding.
Radon testing is not legally required in Alberta real estate, but awareness in Edmonton is growing. Many buyers and home inspectors now recommend including radon testing as a condition of purchase, particularly given the city's well-documented radon risk. Electronic monitors can provide results within days; long-term alpha track tests take 91+ days.
Browse the listings above to find C-NRPP certified radon professionals serving Edmonton. C-NRPP certification is the national standard recognized by Health Canada and is the only credential that qualifies a professional for radon testing and mitigation in Canada.
Yes. Homes built to the 2020 National Building Code include a rough-in provision for a radon reduction system, but the active fan is not always installed. New construction in Edmonton is not immune to elevated radon, and testing your home within the first year is recommended even if it was built recently.
Health Canada's national guideline is 200 Bq/m³. Given Edmonton's elevated risk, even levels approaching 150–200 Bq/m³ are worth monitoring closely. Levels above 600 Bq/m³ require action within one year; levels between 200 and 600 Bq/m³ should be mitigated within two years.
A standard active sub-slab depressurization installation in an Edmonton home typically takes one full day. Finished basements, multiple suction points required by the home's sub-slab conditions, or complex pipe routing may extend the project to two days. Your contractor will assess the home before providing a timeline.

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