If you had your home tested for radon gas and the levels came back above the World Health Organization's recommended action level of 2.7 pCi/L, you will need to hire a licensed radon company to install a radon mitigation system.
Radon Mitigation is the process used to reduce radon concentration levels in the breathing areas of occupied homes or buildings. The goal of a radon mitigation system
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.
I remember the first time I heard about radon and getting it tested.
I was just about to purchase my first home, and the Realtor told us that outside of a housing inspection we also need to have a Radon Test performed.
Naturally an inquisitive person, I asked, "Why do I need to test for Radon and what does it cost?"
Want more information on the cost of radon testing? Read our blog post: "Why Do You Provide a Discounted Residential Radon Testing?"
The Realtor told me that Radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the US and kills more people than drunk driving does!
I was shocked, considering my mother died of cancer when I was 11 months old, I decided to do a little more investigation into this matter, and that is what myself and the Radon Eliminator team would like to share with everyone.
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.
