Reports on a warning issued by the United States Surgeon General about the need for home owners to test their homes for radon. Way that radon can affect one's health; Lung cancer deaths that are caused by radon; Increase in do-it-yourself kits for testing radon levels in the home; ...
It is a fan system that sucks the radon gas from the soil beneath a home or building, then vents it outside. These systems prevent radon from getting inside the home and reaching dangerous levels. Radon mitigation systems are quite common in Pennsylvania. They sort of look like an upside-d...
Soil-based measurement is a method of measuring radon in soil samples by exposing them to radioactive isotopes. It’s similar to soil gas analysis but uses a longer-lived radioactive isotope. The sample is then removed and analyzed for the decay products of the radioactive isotope. This metho...
If a homeowner decides to test their home for radon gas, they first need to acquire atest kitand understand the types: Short-term or Long-term. Both of these test kits are passive devices, which means that they do not need power to function. Types of Radon Test Kits Short-Term Test K...
floor drains and sumps. Houses in cold climates are at particular risk since windows and doors are kept closed for over half the year, which allows the Radon gas to accumulate to such dangerous levels. It is recommended to get Radon testing every two years as any major ground disturbance (...
The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) has certified our team who receives extensive ongoing education to stay updated with industry issues and trends. We are Certified by the PA DEP to test for Radon gas using our state of the art equipment to provide accurate readings. ...
undetectable by the human senses. Radon gas enters buildings primarily through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Once inside a structure, radon is trapped and gas levels can become concentrated. The EPA has established a recommended action level for radon at 4 picoCuries per liter (pCi/...
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EPA added that it would inform Congress of the nature and limitations of its current public education program for radon. Radon is a naturally occurring gas that releases radioactive particles as it decays. The substance can seep out of rocks and soil and into homes. When it is not dispersed...
North Alabama is categorized as Zone 1 which indicates that it has the highest potential for radon gas. Radon gas can find its way into your home and cause serious health problems. EPA states that radon levels of 4 pCi/l in the home is the equivalent to smoking 1/2 a pack of cigarette...