Building Survey Protocols for Radon Mitigation in High-Risk UK Regions: 2026 RICS Updates and Testing Strategies

Radon gas causes approximately 1,100 lung cancer deaths in the UK every year — more than road traffic accidents — yet the majority of homebuyers still complete a property purchase without any awareness of whether their new home sits above a high-risk geological zone. In granite-heavy regions like Devon, Cornwall, and parts of Northamptonshire, radon […]




