What is Radon and Can it Poison You?

Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas. It is naturally created from the decay of radioactive elements, such as uranium, which are found in different amounts in soil and rock throughout the world. 

Air pressure inside a home is usually lower than the air pressure outside; this causes a vacuum effect known as pressure differentials, drawing radon in through foundation cracks and other openings. Even if there are not visible cracks in the foundation, it is possible to still have high radon levels in a home because of radon's ability to permeate through concrete.

Some people believe radon isn’t actually a threat? Read why this isn’t the case in our blog post: “Is Radon Really Just a Big Hoax- Scam Alert?” here!

Radon Testing 

Radon Fluctuation Inside Homes

A large percentage of Ohio homes have high levels of Radon Gas. Since you cannot detect radon by taste, smell, or sight, it is necessary to have your home tested by a licensed radon testing specialist. 

There is a lot of misinformation about radon. Read our blog post "Common Misconceptions of Radon Gas" here!

Causes of High Radon Gas Levels 

If you are concerned about the Radon Gas levels in your home, you have every right to be. Radon Gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States and the leading cause for non-smokers. Your risk of contracting lung cancer increases exponentially if you are exposed to high levels of radon gas. 

Radon Mitigation Pricing 

Everyone wants to improve their health but they want to do it as cost-effectively as possible. One way is with a professionally installed Radon Removal System.

Radon Gas is a growing issue with homeowners, real estate professionals, building inspectors, and health officials. 

Radon gas is a source of cancer-causing radiation, and if a test reveals dangerous concentration levels of radon in your home, it is crucial to contact an experienced certified radon mitigation specialist to take care of this health risk. 

Want to learn how to keep your family safe from radon? Check out our blog post "How to Protect Yourself from Radon."

Radon mitigation is the process used to reduce radon gas concentrations in the breathing zone of an occupied Cleveland home.

The EPA protocols require each mitigation system to have a warning device installed as a part of every active radon mitigation system to warn the homeowner if there is a system failure.

This device is called a u-tube manometer and it is the warning system installed on most residential mitigation systems. A u-tube manometer is installed on the vent pipe that is installed into the suction pit underneath the concrete slab of the home. 

Have more questions about radon mitigation? Read our blog post: “Frequently Asked Radon Mitigation Questions.”

What Changes Over Time

People often as the question "how often should I have my home tested for radon?" Look at it this way, many people go to the dentist twice a year, have their oil changed in their car a few times a year, and follow up with their doctors appointments.

We do not just do these things one time and think that is enough. Things change over time as we are all aware, and the same goes for radon gas. However, many people do not realize this and believe that checking it one time is enough.

Wondering what exactly is a safe level of radon gas? Read our blog post: "What is a Safe Level of Radon Gas?"  

Is There A Safe Level Of Radon Gas? 

A safe level of radon gas in your home is no radon gas. Radon is a radioactive gas that causes lung cancer. The EPA tells us that any radon exposure can cause a risk of contraction lung cancer.

The lower level of radon in your home, the lower risk you and family will have at contracting lung cancer. On average a person will be exposed to a higher dose of radiation from the levels of radon in their home than from any other radiation source, whether is it natural or man-made. Radon gas come from a naturally occurring process from the decay of uranium in soil. Depending on where you live, the radon levels can be extremely high. 

If you live in Ohio, read our blog post: "Radon Testing Company Expanding in Greater Cleveland." 

The Intrusion Of Radon Into Your Home in Cleveland, Ohio

Radon Eliminator is expanding its Discounted Radon Testing Service in Cleveland, Ohio!

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

Despite the growing problem, there is a significant lack of information about Radon out there. Read our recent blog post: "5 Most Important Ohio Radon Statistics." 

What are the 5 Most Important Ohio Radon Statistics to Know?

Many people call our office to figure out how Radon can affect them, their household and what statistics they should be paying the most attention to. 

In this blog post, we are going to share what we believe are some of the most important Radon statistics in the state of Ohio and what you can do to protect yourself from Radon Gas.

Another important fact you might not know is January is national radon action month. Learn more in our blog post: “National Radon Action Month.”