DENVER — Exposure to radon can cause serious health issues, including lung cancer. Research has also shown a correlation between radon exposure and stroke, heart attack, and leukemia. According to the EPA, it’s responsible for over 21,000 deaths annually and it’s the #1 cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. “Unfortunately Colorado has some of the highest radon levels in the United States, with nearly 50% of homeowners having elevated levels according to industry statistics”, said Phil McDonnell of SWAT Environmental. And since radon is an odorless, colorless and tasteless gas, the only way to detect radon in your home or business is to test for it.
How does radon get into homes?
Radon gas is a byproduct of the natural decay of uranium in the soil and can make its way into a home by seeping through cracks in the foundation. Any pathway that air can take is a potential path for radon, even diffusing straight through solid concrete. It often accumulates in low-lying areas, such as basements and crawl spaces.
How do I know if I have high levels of radon?
Testing is fairly simple and quick. SWAT Environmental will send you a free radon test kit and will also walk you through the process of testing your home. A third-party laboratory will then analyze the radon test and send you the results.
What should I do when I have elevated levels of radon?
The EPA suggests you should mitigate your home or business when radon levels exceed 4.0 pCi/L, and that you should consider mitigation even when those levels are greater than 3.0 pCi/L. And the World Health Organization suggests you should mitigate your home when radon levels exceed 2.7 pCi/L. SWAT Environmental is the largest, most experienced radon mitigation company in the United States, with approximately 400,000 homes remediated. For more information on how you can test your home for radon and lower your radon levels contact SWAT Environmental at 1-800-NO-RADON (1-800-667-2366) or click here.
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