The Silent Killer 

Radon is an invisible, odorless, and tasteless radioactive gas that is produced by the breakdown of thorium and uranium in soil, rock, and water. This gas is known as the silent killer, killing more people every year than drunk drivers.

Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers in the United States and according to the American Lung Association, every home should be tested to determine if there are elevated levels of radon gas.

Planning on moving? Dont just pass your homes radon problem to the next owner. Read our article: "Radon Testing Before Buying or Selling a Home." 

Protect Yourself and Your Family 

Most people are exposed to a certain amount of radiation every day, the majority of which comes from natural sources such as Radon Gas. In this post you will learn a little bit more about Radon and how to protect yourself and your family from Radon Gas.

Radon is naturally created from the decay of radioactive elements, such as uranium, which can be found in soil and rock throughout the world. Radon gas is very prevalent in areas with large levels of granite and is released through natural half-life decay into underground water and air. 

Radon can enter your home in a plethora of different ways. Read our blog post: "Can Radon Enter My Home Through a Sump Pump?" 

Radon Gas and Lung Cancer 

Radon Gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, second only to smoking. Radon decays into radioactive particles that can get trapped in your lungs when you breathe. As they break down further, these particles release small bursts of energy. This energy damages lung tissue and can lead to lung cancer over the course of your lifetime.

Concerned about the cost of radon mitigation? Read our blog post: "What are the Cost Factors of a Radon Mitigation System?" 

Radon Action Levels

Our radon specialists get this question all the time, "What level of radon is safe in my home?"

The World Health Organization recently conducted a Radon Gas study for four years with the involvement of 100 scientists from 30 different countries. Based on the research that was completed, WHO recommends homeowners take action to have radon remediated from their homes if they test at or above a 2.7 piC/L, which is lower than the EPA recommended level of a 4.0. 

Radon is a naturally occurring gas with radioactive properties that is produced by the natural breakdown of thorium and uranium in soil, rock, and water.

There is a significant amount of false information circulating about radon. Read our blog post "Common Misconceptions of Radon Gas." here!

Radon Mitigation FAQ's

Radon Mitigation is the process used to reduce the radon gas levels inside of a home or building. Professional installation of a Radon Removal system draws radon gas from beneath the foundation of the home to be directly vented outside without having a chance to enter the home. According to the EPA, Radon Removal can eliminate up to 99 percent of radon from the home.

Get Radon Testing Before Selling Your Home 

Buying or selling a home is a significant undertaking that involves numerous considerations, and one crucial aspect that should never be overlooked is testing for radon.

A colorless and odorless radioactive gas, an elevated radon level in a home can pose serious health risks. 

Whether you're a prospective buyer or seller, understanding the importance of radon testing is essential for ensuring a safe and healthy living environment and protecting your property value.

If you are in the process of selling a home, having a radon test performed could make or break the sale of your house.

Radon gas is prominent in many homes throughout Ohio due to the climate and the soil underneath the foundation of most homes.

If the radon levels in your home have never been checked, you could be trying to sell a home with the presence of radon gas. 

Benefits of Having Radon Testing in your Home

Many people throughout Ohio have never had their homes tested for Radon Gas. More than likely, it is because they have never heard of radon or the benefits of having radon testing performed.

Do I need to have my home tested? How do I know if Radon has entered? Read our blog post: "How Does Radon Enter a Home?"

How Does Radon Enter A Home?

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the decay of uranium in soil, rock, and water. Radon has the ability to enter into a home because the air pressure inside the home is lower than the pressure in the soil around the home's foundation. This acts like a vacuum that draws the radon into the home, trapping it inside where it can build up to dangerous levels. 

Can Radon Gas Levels Change Over Time?

Even the lowest radon levels within your home are technically not safe, but it is surely nothing to panic over. Although, it does beg the question, can those minuscule levels significantly increase with time? For example, many people wonder, as the earth and soil under house changes with time can it produce higher levels of radioactive gas, or as my house ages can it absorb more radon?

If radon levels can change over time, should you test more frequently? Read our blog post: “How Often Should I Test for Radon?”