Radon is a radioactive gas that can enter your home through the foundation. Once it enters your home, you breathe it in and it actually begins to change the DNA in your lungs, sometimes leading to lung cancer. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, just behind smoking. The […]
Should I Retest My Home For Radon?
Say you’ve tested your house for radon and was pleased to find low levels. Now you can breathe easy knowing, you are not exposing your loved ones to radioactive gas. However… breathe easy for a few years but don’t forget to re-test. As your home ages, it may settle more, cracks may appear in the […]
Using A Certified Radon Company
The only way to know if a house has high radon levels is through specialized testing. So if testing is not done correctly, you can come back with inaccurate results. Either leaving you in a house that has high radon, or installing a mitigation system when one isn’t needed. This is why it is key […]
What To Know About Radon When Buying Or Selling A Home
When you are in the home buying or selling process, there are many tests will need to do. Make sure you don’t forget about Radon! Whether the house is new or old, it is important to test for radon gas. Here is what to know about radon when buying or selling a home. Buying A […]
Radon Testing In Utah
Radon gas is the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. It accounts for up to 70% of the radiation we are exposed to and is linked to over 21,000 deaths each year. With health risks such as these, isn’t it worth protecting your loved ones? And it all starts with a […]
Radon In Utah Facts
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. […]
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? […]
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 […]
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 […]
Retest Your Home For Radon
Congratulations! You tested your house for radon and were told mitigation wasn’t necessary. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean that you never have to re-test your home for radon. Let’s dive into radon levels and go over recommendations on how often to test your home for radon. Recommended Action Levels For Radon Mitigation After testing your home […]