Sue Rickards, a resident of New Brunswick, is warning her community about the health hazards of radon, the second leading cause of lung cancer. Rickards was recently diagnosed with lung cancer due to radon seeping into her home and accumulating to a dangerous level. According to Health Canada, over 3,000 deaths from lung cancer every… READ MORE
Radon is odorless, tasteless and invisible, making it impossible to detect without a radon test. If you have never tested your home for radon, it’s impossible to know if your home is among the one in six homes in the U.S. affected by elevated levels of this radioactive carcinogen. Unfortunately, it’s usually not until they… READ MORE
If you’ve recently tested your home for radon and discovered a radon level at or over 4pCi/L, it’s time for radon mitigation. Many homeowners enjoy DIY home projects, and while the installation of a mitigation system might seem simple at first glance, radon mitigation is truly a mixture of science and experience in the field… READ MORE
There are many sites that give a slew of facts about an assortment of topics. While some seem to be providing beneficial information, not everything you read is true. When it comes to radon, you want to make sure you are getting all the proper information. It’s critical to gain a full understanding of the… READ MORE
Although we put a great emphasis on education and school safety, it can be shocking to learn that schools – and schoolchildren – are neglected when it comes to radon testing. Since radon cannot be seen, smelled or tasted, students, teachers and parents have no idea that it might be present in schools. Parents often… READ MORE
Making sure your radon system is functioning properly is integral to maintaining your family’s health. If you have a radon system installed but it’s not doing its job, radon levels in your home could be elevated (4 pCi/L or higher). Let’s explore some signs to watch out for that might indicate if your radon system… READ MORE
Did you know that lung cancer is the #1 cause of cancer deaths among women? Right now in the U.S., over 400,000 people have, at some point throughout their lives, been diagnosed with lung cancer. In fact, lung cancer is affecting women of all ages, races and ethnicities. Unfortunately, many women don’t think about the… READ MORE
Since radon is odorless, colorless and tasteless, it is impossible to detect without a professional radon testing kit. Testing needs to be done in the lowest livable level of the home; preferably a room that is used quite frequently. Avoid testing for radon in the kitchen, bathroom or laundry room. Passive & Active Radon Devices… READ MORE
RadonAway has created a network of professional radon contractors across the country who have undergone the appropriate radon mitigation training. Each radon professional has taken accredited courses to fully grasp both radon measurement and mitigation processes and become certified nationally or in their state, if applicable. They also have provided proof of insurance. You may… READ MORE
Every home should be tested for radon – whether it’s new or old, radon can seep into any property and accumulate to hazardous levels. Since radon is odorless and invisible, it’s impossible to detect without proper testing. How Radon Gas is Formed Radon gas results from the decay of uranium in rocks and soil, and… READ MORE
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