Radon testing can help give you peace of mind knowing that you’re protecting your family from exposure to this toxic gas. But if radon gas is present in your home, you may be wondering if you should move. You don’t have to move and even if you did, radon levels can change and be found in any home you move to. Working with qualified professionals to install a radon mitigation system is the safe and effective way to reducing radon in your home. These soil gas ventilation systems can be hidden inside or outside the house and create safer breathing air without breaking the bank.
What’s the problem with radon gas?
Radon gas is the second leading cause for lung cancer in the country. It causes more than 21,000 deaths annually in the US alone. Radon gas causes 7 times more lung cancer cases than secondhand smoke exposure and is exponentially more damaging to the lungs of someone who smokes based upon a combined effect.
Where does radon gas come from?
Radon occurs naturally in the ground. Radioactive uranium can be found anywhere in the U.S. As uranium decays, it releases radioactive radon gas.
How does radon enter the home?
Radon can enter through openings in the home’s foundation, including:
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Cracks in a concrete slab or foundation
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Gaps around pipes and utility lines
Homes naturally create a slight vacuum effect (negative pressure), which pulls radon gas up from the soil and into the building. Even tiny cracks can allow radon inside.
What levels of radon gas should I worry about?
No level of radon gas is considered “safe.” The United States EPA has established the radon level of 4 pico-curies per liter (pCi/L) as the level to take action. The World Health Organization recommends reducing radon levels at or greater than 2.7 pCi/L.
Should I move if I have dangerous radon levels in my home?
No, you don’t need to move.
If your home has high radon levels, a mitigation system is a proven way to reduce radon and make indoor air safer.
How do radon mitigation systems work?
Radon mitigation systems work by creating a vacuum in the soil below the foundation of the house. A radon fan runs 24/7 to continuously pull radon gas out from under the home. It is then vented above the roof line, at a safe level above the home.
How much do radon mitigation systems cost?
The cost of the radon mitigation system can vary depending on the size of the home and the construction style. Homes that have exposed dirt or gravel crawl spaces are more expensive because the crawl space must be sealed with an airtight membrane.
Radon gas does not have to ruin the way you look at your home, radon problems can be corrected and you can continue to live in the home that you love. Once you correct the radon gas problem with a professionally installed radon mitigation system, you can live peacefully knowing that your home is now a safer place to breathe.
Final Thoughts
Radon doesn’t have to ruin the way you feel about your home. The good news is that radon problems can be corrected, and you can stay in the home you love.
Once radon levels are reduced with a professionally installed mitigation system, you can move forward with peace of mind knowing your home is now a safer place to breathe.
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