Radon Testing, Radon Gas, and Radon Mitigation Information
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Radon Testing
Radon testing is necessary because you can not see or smell the gas. Testing is fairly easy, you can even do it yourself. Radon testing kits can be purchased at home improvement and hardware stores as well as via the internet. If you choose you can also hire a professional to do the testing in your home. Many state governments require certification for radon testing so your state may be able to provide you with a list of qualified testers. The most common type of radon testing done in homes is with devices that you leave at the lowest livable a Read More...
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Radon Gas - How Dangerous?
Radon is a cancer causing radioactive gas. It is colorless, odorless, and tasteless. According to the EPA radon gas causes thousands of cancer deaths each year in the United States. Radon is believed to be the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States (1st is cigarette smoking). Radon gas is found practically everywhere and is caused by the breakdown of uranium in the soil and rocks. Radon gets in homes from the soil by entering through cracks and holes in foundations. The gas then gets trapped in your home and that's w Read More...
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Radon Detector - Common Questions Answered
The first thing that you would want to know when it concerns Radon gas testing is what a Radon detector is. The simple answer is that it is a device with which you can ascertain whether there is any Radon gas present in the premises. Thus, if you wish to do a radon test, you may need to use a Radon detector, which can be used anywhere is it on personal property or even in business premises. The Radon detector has a special design that helps it to test for radon in the home and give a readout regarding the levels of radon gas.
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