Are detectors permitted to be placed inside a closet for protection?

Detectors used for radon measurement are required to be placed in locations that best represent the air the occupants breathe, which typically means they need to be in living spaces and not confined areas like closets. Closets can adversely affect the radon levels detected because they may not have adequate airflow or ventilation, leading to unreliable measurements. Additionally, placing detectors in closets could prevent them from accurately capturing consistent levels of radon present in the primary living areas of a home. The purpose of radon detectors is to provide a clear and accurate reading of radon levels in typical habitation spaces, hence placing them inside a closet is not acceptable according to standard measurement protocols. This ensures that the results are reliable and reflective of the actual exposure risk to the occupants in their daily living areas.