How Radon is Affecting You
Radon gas is negatively affecting the health of people who are completely unaware of it. Here are some fast facts about radon:
- Radon is a gas released from uranium decay in the earth's crust
- Radon is odorless, colorless, and tasteless
- Radon can come up from the ground and into your home through your home's foundation
- Radon is found in every state
- Radon can be found in any type of home
- Radon is inhaled and is the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer
- One person dies every 25 minutes from radon induced lung cancer
- The risk of getting lung cancer from radon increases if you smoke, but also affects non-smokers
These fast facts appear frieghtening, but we have good news. We can quickly and easily test your home for radon, and if detected, can offer you a solution to ridding your home of radon. You may think "I've lived in my home for years, what is the point of having it tested now?" By ridding your home of radon now, you can still reduce the chance of getting radon induced lung cancer.
You will have to pay for radon whether you fix your radon problem or not. Not only will ridding your home of radon be benefitial to health and peace of mind, but it will help you sell your home. Home inspections include radon testing, and buyers will want radon issues fixed before they purchase your home.
If you would like to schedule a radon test and hear about your options for ridding your home of radon, call today to schedule an appointment at 1-888-756-5967.
