Radon Gas Inspection
Radon is a radioactive gas that's odorless, colorless, and tasteless. It's produced by the natural decay of uranium, thorium, and radium in rocks, soil, and groundwater:
---How radon enters buildings---Radon can seep up through the ground and into buildings through openings in floors or walls.
---Radon levels---Radon levels are usually low outdoors, but can be higher indoors and in areas with poor ventilation. In buildings, radon levels can range from 0.27 pCi/L to more than 370 pCi/L.
---Health risks---Radon can cause lung cancer because the particles it produces are deposited on the cells lining the airways and can damage DNA. The risk of cancer from radon exposure is much greater for smokers.
---Testing---The only way to know your level of exposure to radon is to test your home. During a real estate transaction, We
test for a 48 hour period to get the average level.
---Radon reduction---If your radon levels are above 4 pCi/L, you can have a professional install a radon reduction system. You can learn more about radon from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (.gov) and the Radon Hotline at 1-866-730-GREEN.