What Are Signs of Radon in Your Home?
Executive Summary Owning a home comes with several responsibilities and common concerns to think about. Although, one of the lesser-known risks to consider is a natural element called radon. According to the EPA, 1 out of every 15 homes in the US is estimated to have elevated radon levels, so it’s helpful to be able […]
Top 5 Myths about Radon Debunked
Radon is a common radioactive gas that can pose health risks from long-term exposure. The EPA notes that one in 15 homes have high radon levels and recommends testing any time you build or buy a new home, as radon can affect any home. Fortunately, with the support of experienced professionals, radon testing is a […]
Difference between DIY Testing Kits and Professional Radon Testing
Radon in your home is no laughing matter. It’s not something you should shrug off, like coming home and realizing you left the light on all day. Radon is an extremely dangerous gas that can enter homes through the tiniest foundation cracks, cracked door seals, and windows. Exposure to high levels of radon gas over […]
The Different Types of Radon Mitigation Systems
If your home has tested positive for too high of a level of radon, you are not alone. Research shows that the radon level in one out of 15 houses in America should be decreased. Unfortunately, high levels of radon can pose health risks, but fortunately, radon mitigation systems can help you to reduce your […]
How to Reduce Radon in Your Home or Business
If you recently had your home or business tested for radon and uncovered elevated levels of the gas inside your building, chances are you were told you’d need to have radon mitigation performed. The results may have left you with questions like: What exactly is radon gas? How does radon mitigation work? Is radon mitigation […]
Why Radon Levels Fluctuate in Portland, OR
If you’ve had your home or business tested for elevated levels of radon in the past, you might feel confident that your home is in the clear. But your confidence level should depend on how long ago that radon testing took place. Radon is a naturally occurring gas that is released when radioactive metals, such […]
The Highest Radon Concentrations in Portland, OR
Radon is a naturally occurring gas that forms when radioactive metals such as uranium and radium decay. Because it is formed in the ground, radon gas exists almost everywhere in small quantities. While it’s true that most people breathe in small amounts of radon every day, radon gas can become dangerous to your health – […]
What Are the Symptoms of Radon Exposure?
When you first move into a new home or office building, having it tested for radon gas probably isn’t the first thing on your to-do list. In fact, you may not even be aware it’s something you should be considering. Radon is a naturally occurring gas that is released when radioactive elements (like uranium and […]
What is Radon and Where Does it Come From?
The last time you moved into a new home or office building, you may have been advised to have it tested for radon to help keep you and other occupants safe. This probably left you wondering, “What is radon, anyway?” Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that has no odor, color or taste, which […]
How Do the Radon Testing and Radon Mitigation Processes Work?
If you’re reading this, you may be wondering whether certain homes are more likely than others to have radon. In general, the short answer is no. That’s because it really has almost nothing to do with the house itself — at least not as far as the type of house, when it was built, whether […]
