Facts about Radon
How does Radon get into your home?
According to the EPA, "it comes from the natural decay of uranium that is found in nearly all soils. It typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Your home traps radon inside, where it can build up."
What is the health risk?
EPA Assessment
Radon is a cancer causing radioactive gas.
You can't see, smell, or taste radon.
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the USA and contributes to an estimated 21,000 deaths per year.
Why Test?
The EPA recommends that all homes should be tested. 1 out of 15 houses in the United States is estimated to have elevated radon levels (above 4 pCi/L or more). Homes next to each other can have significantly different radon levels.