If you live in Utah you’ve probably heard of radon gas. But why is it so important that you understand the facts about Radon in Utah. Health Risks Associated With Radon Prolonged exposure to high radon levels is a major risk for lung cancer. In fact, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. […]
Will A Radon Mitigation System Increase The Value of My Home?
There are many reasons to install a radon mitigation system. First and foremost, of course, to protect yourself and your loved ones from the health risk that radon presents. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and accounts for over 21,000 deaths per year. If high levels of radon […]
Should I Buy A House With A Radon Mitigation System?
If you are in the market for a new home, there are many things to take into consideration. Location, schools and neighborhoods will be a big part of the search. But once you’ve found your house, then comes the inspection. One of the things that may come up is radon levels. So does it make […]
Top 5 Radon Myths
There is a lot of information out there about radon, and even more opinions about it. Is it real? Does it actually cause cancer? Does radon mitigation work? Lets address the top 5 radon myths. Only SOME scientists recognize radon as a problem. There is some dispute about the number of deaths that can be […]
Short Or Long Term Radon Testing?
So you’ve made the decision to test your home for radon. Excellent choice as radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. It is important to test your home and protect your family. However, testing can get confusing. Should you use active or passive testing? Should you use short or long term radon testing? […]
Are Children At Risk From Radon Gas?
Radon is a radioactive gas caused when uranium in soil decays. It then enters your home through cracks and pores in the foundation. Radon is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas, therefore it requires specialized testing to protect your family. But what the effects and are children at risk from radon gas? Side effects of […]
What Kind Of Radon Test Should I Use?
Radon is a radioactive gas produced when uranium in soil decays. It then enters your home through cracks and pores in the foundation. Once inside, you breathe it in and it actually begins to change your dna in your lungs, and can lead to lung cancer. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer […]
What Are VOC’s?
You have probably heard of radon gas. As more information comes out about its link to lung cancer, it has received a lot of attention. However, , it is not the only harmful gas that comes from our soil. Lesser known but still something to be aware of, are volatile organic compounds (VOC’s). So what […]
Can I get rid of radon without mitigation?
If you have tested your home for radon gas, and found high levels, you may be wondering if you can get rid of radon without mitigation. Lets delve into what radon is and how we can protect ourselves from it. Radon Gas Radon is the naturally occurring byproduct of the decay of uranium in soil […]
How Do I Know If My Home Has Radon?
Perhaps you have heard of radon gas and the potential health risks that it may present. If so, the first question you may ask is how do I know if my home has radon? But in order to answer that, we need to understand what radon is and why it is so important. What is […]