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Radon is an odorless, colorless gas that naturally percolates upwards from the ground. This gas is radioactive and nine times heavier than air. That means if you live in an area with radon, it will settle in the basement of your home and stay there.
According to the Surgeon General, radon gas is the second-leading cause for lung cancer in our country, right behind smoking cigarettes. What can you do to protect yourself and your family from radon?
The first thing you need to do is get a radon test. You can buy a test kit for $10 at Lowes or Home Depot, or you can buy a radon detection monitor, which works like a carbon monoxide detector.
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Radon is the #2 cause of lung cancer in the United States.
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If you get a test done and the radon levels are higher than the EPA approved limit, the best solution is to install a radon mitigation system. I know what you’re thinking, and no, opening the windows in your basement won’t cut it. The good news is that over the years, the pricing on these systems has fallen dramatically. You can install a mitigation system for around $1,000 and it will protect a home up to about 6,000 square feet.
Get your home tested just to be on the safe side. If you’re buying a home, most home inspectors will run this test for you. It’s only about an $80 charge, and I highly recommend you get this done.
If you have any questions for me, just give me a call or send me an email. I would be happy to help you!
