As a prospective homeowner, it’s easy to be excited to move
into that house you’ve been negotiating for, but there’s something to be
careful of. Some homes have been infiltrated with radon gas. Before closing on
your house ask for it to be tested for radon gas so you know your
home is safe to live in before moving in. If you’ve already bought your home
and have settled in, it’s a good idea to still have your home tested for radon.
This is a very toxic gas that is the number-one cause of lung cancer in
non-smokers and second leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. This gas is
radioactive, it is not visible to the human eye, and cannot be smelled or
tasted.
If you smoke and are exposed to radon gas, the risk of lung
cancer is approximately 6 to 11 times
greater than that of just smoking only. Over 20,000 people are killed each year
from lung cancer caused by radon gas exposure.
Radon is the only gas that under normal conditions has
radioactive isotopes. Some homes have reached radon gas exposure levels equal
to smoking over 130 packs of cigarettes per day. Radon can seep into the home’s
foundation, or leak into the water supply. No matter how it gets in though, radon testing can figure
out if you are at risk.No one knows how much exposure is too much but it has
been established by the EPA that 4pCi/L is a dangerous level.
We provide a process called radon mitigation, which reduces radon gas
concentrations and can make your home safe for your family. Call us today to
get your home tested for radon and keep your family safe from this dangerous
gas.
