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As you may have heard from us before, testing your home for radon is an extremely important action to take for your lung health. Radon being the second leading cause of lung cancer (second only to smoking) is something we should all be mindful of no matter where we reside. Once you have taken the … Read more
Radon levels are constantly changing – hourly, daily, and seasonal fluctuations are all common. If you have tested multiple times and received back differing results, don’t be too alarmed – this is common! There are many different factors contributing to radon levels, but essentially, changes in the air pressure inside and outside your home affect … Read more
If you’re in the process of searching the market for a home, there are a number of things you may see during a tour of inspection of a given home. How should you be proceeding if one such thing you find in a home you may consider purchasing is an existing radon mitigation system? At … Read more
Radon gas is colorless, odorless, and invisible, and you are constantly surrounded by it, especially in your home. The gas is produced naturally from a breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water. When the levels of radon gas get too high and infiltrate your home, it can be deadly. Unlike carbon monoxide, there is … Read more
We get asked a lot if simply opening windows in the home can lower the radon levels to a safe and livable level. The answer to this question is a bit complicated, because yes, in some cases the home’s levels can be lowered temporarily by opening windows, but not only is this not a sustainable … Read more
If you are not familiar with the harmful effects of radon gas, you are not alone. In our experience, around half of the people that have called our company, or have met us at various trade shows, have not heard of radon or its harmful effects until they decided to sell their home. Radon testing … Read more
When choosing the right contractor to install a radon mitigation system in your home, there are a few major factors to consider other than just the price on the quote. By far the biggest factor is certification. In this article, we will discuss the importance of radon mitigation certification and what to look out for … Read more
Radon is a radioactive gas that forms naturally when uranium, thorium, or radium, all radioactive metals, break down in rocks, soil, and groundwater. People are typically exposed to radon when it gets in the air and comes through cracks and gaps in buildings and homes. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, behind … Read more
The air inside of your home can be majorly affected by the presence of a radioactive gas called radon. According to the American Lung Association, this gas can build up to dangerous levels, increasing your risk of developing lung cancer, even in nonsmokers. That’s why every home should take advantage of radon testing, which is … Read more
Buying a new house can be stressful and exciting at the same time. When picking out your new home, you have to check a lot of boxes, and you have to be sure the house you choose is in good shape structurally and that it doesn’t harbor any hazards, like radon gas. You might not … Read more