Radon: What You Need to Know
by
Andrea Fabry
One out of fifteen homes is estimated to have elevated levels of radon. Is your home one of them? It's easy to test and find out.
Radon is not an innocent toxin. While naturally occurring, it becomes a problem in indoor environments. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer and is often overlooked when evaluating the cause of illness.
Radon is not an innocent toxin. While naturally occurring, it becomes a problem in indoor environments. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer and is often overlooked when evaluating the cause of illness.
Radon is an inert gas and is odorless. This is why it is critical to perform proper testing.
Radon enters a home through groundwater, well water, soil, cracked flooring, and construction joints. The Environmental Protection Agency offers excellent information on proper testing and mitigation.
Find out how you can check for radon and fix the problem if needed. Check out It Takes Time for more.
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