If you have made the choice to have your home tested for Radon Gas, you may have been presented with two options for testing.
When deciding between using a radon continuous monitoring system or a passive charcoal radon test kit, there are a few things you should consider before moving forward.
Have more questions about everything that a radon test entails? Read our blog article, A Guide to Radon Testing: a Customer Story.
The Environmental Protection Agency has designated January as National Radon Action Month.
This is the perfect time to spread Radon awareness throughout the state of Ohio, to educate and encourage other's to spread the word about the dangers of Radon Gas.
Radon Gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, killing more people every year than drunk drivers. If your home has elevated levels of radon gas it is recommended by the EPA and World Health Organization to have a radon mitigation system installed to eliminate the high radon concentration levels.
The only way to reduce the Radon Gas concentration levels in a home is to have a Radon Mitigation system installed by a licensed professional.
A radon removal system is used to reduce radon levels in a given home significantly. The radon is sucked from beneath the foundation of the home and vented outside.
There are different types of mitigation systems. Read our blog post: "What is the Difference Between a Passive and Active Radon Mitigation System?"
If you are purchasing a home that contains a Radon Mitigation System, it is important to find out if the system is Passive or Active. And here is an explanation:
Want more information about radon mitigation? Read our blog post: “Frequently Asked Radon Mitigation Questions.”
Radon is a radioactive gas that cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted. It is created naturally from the decay of radioactive elements, such as uranium, which is found in soil and rock throughout the world. Radon is released from the soil and rock into the air for a period of time through the natural half-life decay process. The chemical element is also detrimental to health as well, considering that too much exposure could leave you at risk of lung cancer. It is also the second leading cause of lung cancer, and first amongst lung cancer deaths for non-smokers.
Measuring radon levels takes picocuries, which is also known as pCi/L when measured per liter of air. It helps acquire the measurement of radon in the air of a house or commercial building. Radon levels at 4 pCi/L required a home to be fixed immediately. Even if your home has less than 4 pCi/L, it's still best to try and reduce it.
For more information, read our blog post: Radon: The Silent Killer in Your Home.
If your home tests elevated for Radon Gas and there is a crawlspace in your basement, than that may be one of the ways radon is seeping into your home. A crawlspace with exposed soil flooring will have no barrier to prevent radon entry.
The cancer causing gas will seep through the floor and into the occupied area of your home. The best way to prevent radon gas entry through a crawlspace is to install a radon mitigation system.
Want more information about your radon mitigation options? Read our blog post "The Five Benefits of Installing a Radon System in the Attic."
Radon mitigation systems can be installed in several different ways depending on the layout of your home, including in the attic. When determining which option will be best for you, a licensed Radon Mitigation Specialist will offer their professional option on which route will be most efficient for your home. With that being said, there are often a couple of options for each home.
The best way to shield your family and loved ones from the risk of lung cancer is radon testing to regulate radon exposure. Average radon exposure has accounted for 21,000 deaths from lung cancer, as it is one of the effects of radon. When conducting a Radon Test in your home, whether it is a test kit or done by a certified radon testing specialist, there are some ground rules to follow regarding the correct placement of the radon testing device to properly identify levels of radon.
Is Radon Gas Really As Dangerous and Harmful as people make it out to be?
Radon is a radioactive gas that cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted. It occurs naturally through the breakdown of radioactive elements, such as uranium which can be found in soil and rock throughout the world.
Some people think that radon is not a viable threat. Read our blog post: "Radon Gas, Health Risk or Just Hype."
