Safe Homes Begin with Radon Testing
Radon is a gas that cannot be seen, tasted, or smelled
and is the #1 cause of lung cancer after smoking
We provide testing by NRPP Licensed Radon Measurement Professionals, using NRPP approved Continuous Radon Monitors.
Learn more about Radon here,
Are you ready to ensure your home is safe from Radon? Contact us today to schedule a Radon test or to learn more about our services. Your family's health and safety are our top priority.
What is Radon
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Radon is a naturally occurring gas that cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted.
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Radon exposure is the leading cause of lung cancer, after cigarette smoking.
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See EPA - Radon for more information.
Where in Maryland are Radon Levels High?
Air Radon levels are high in Baltimore, Howard, and Montgomery counties.
See Maryland Radon Facts for more information.
Why Should I Get a Radon Test?
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Testing your home for Radon is a proactive step to ensure a healthy living environment.
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Prolonged exposure to high levels of Radon increases the risk of developing lung cancer.
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The only way to detect Radon is through testing
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Radon levels vary, even if your neighbor has low levels, your home's levels may be high
Where does Radon Come From?
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Radon comes from soil and rocks
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Soil Gas Infiltration: Radon is produced from the natural decay of uranium found in soil and rocks. It moves through the ground and can seep into buildings through cracks and openings.
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Bedrock: Certain types of bedrock, such as granite, contain higher concentrations of uranium and can be significant sources of radon.
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See World Health Organization - Radon for more information.
What Factors Help Radon get into Structures?
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Cracks in solid floors: Radon can enter through cracks in concrete floors, which are common in basements and foundations.
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Construction joints: The joints between different sections of a foundation or between the foundation and the walls can provide pathways for radon
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Cracks in the walls: Both basement and ground-level walls with cracks can allow radon to seep into a home.
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Gaps in suspended floors: Homes with crawl spaces or suspended floors can have gaps that allow radon to enter from the soil beneath.
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Gaps around service pipes: Opening around plumbing, electrical wiring, and other service pipes that penetrate the foundation can be entry points for radon.
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Cavities inside walls: Wall cavities can act as channels for radon to move into living spaces of a house.
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Water Supply: Radon can dissolve into groundwater and enter homes thorough well water used for drinking, cooking, and bathing. This is more common in areas with high radon levels in groundwater.
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See EPA - Radon for more information.
How does Radon
Get in my Home?
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Air pressure differences: Differences in air pressure between the inside of a house and the surrounding soil can draw radon in. This is often due to:
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The Stack Effect: Warm air rising inside a building can create lower pressure at the base, drawing in radon from the soil.
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Vacuum Effect: Exhaust fans, fireplaces, and other appliances can lower the air pressure inside the house, pulling in radon from the ground below.
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Permeability of soil: Loose porous soils allow radon to move more easily compared to dense, compacted soils.
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Building design and construction: The design and construction of a house, including its foundation type and the presence of basements or crawl spaces, influence how radon can enter.
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See A Citizen's Guide to Radon (EPA) for more information
What Can I do if My Home's
Radon Levels are High?
To reduce radon levels in a home, mitigation strategies can be employed, such as:
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Select a Certified Radon Mitigation Contractor.
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Sealing cracks and gaps: Reducing radon entry points by sealing cracks in floors and walls
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Ventilation systems: Installing ventilation systems, such as a sub-slab depressurization system, which uses a fan and vent pipe to draw radon from beneath the house and release it outside
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Home testing: Regular radon testing to monitor levels and take action if necessary
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See Consumer's Guide to Radon Reduction How to Fix Your Home (EPA) For more information
What is Radon
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Radon is a naturally occurring gas that cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted.
-
Radon exposure is the leading cause of lung cancer, after cigarette smoking.
-
See EPA - Radon for more information.
Where in Maryland are Radon Levels High?
Air Radon levels are high in Baltimore, Howard, and Montgomery counties.
See Maryland Radon Facts for more information.
Why Should I Get a Radon Test?
-
Testing your home for Radon is a proactive step to ensure a healthy living environment.
-
Prolonged exposure to high levels of Radon increases the risk of developing lung cancer.
-
The only way to detect Radon is through testing
-
Radon levels vary, even if your neighbor has low levels, your home's levels may be high
Where does Radon Come From?
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Radon comes from soil and rocks
-
Soil Gas Infiltration: Radon is produced from the natural decay of uranium found in soil and rocks. It moves through the ground and can seep into buildings through cracks and openings.
-
Bedrock: Certain types of bedrock, such as granite, contain higher concentrations of uranium and can be significant sources of radon.
-
-
See World Health Organization - Radon for more information.
What Factors Help Radon get into Structures?
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Cracks in solid floors: Radon can enter through cracks in concrete floors, which are common in basements and foundations.
-
Construction joints: The joints between different sections of a foundation or between the foundation and the walls can provide pathways for radon
-
Cracks in the walls: Both basement and ground-level walls with cracks can allow radon to seep into a home.
-
Gaps in suspended floors: Homes with crawl spaces or suspended floors can have gaps that allow radon to enter from the soil beneath.
-
Gaps around service pipes: Opening around plumbing, electrical wiring, and other service pipes that penetrate the foundation can be entry points for radon.
-
Cavities inside walls: Wall cavities can act as channels for radon to move into living spaces of a house.
-
Water Supply: Radon can dissolve into groundwater and enter homes thorough well water used for drinking, cooking, and bathing. This is more common in areas with high radon levels in groundwater.
-
See EPA - Radon for more information.
How does Radon
Get in my Home?
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Air pressure differences: Differences in air pressure between the inside of a house and the surrounding soil can draw radon in. This is often due to:
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The Stack Effect: Warm air rising inside a building can create lower pressure at the base, drawing in radon from the soil.
-
Vacuum Effect: Exhaust fans, fireplaces, and other appliances can lower the air pressure inside the house, pulling in radon from the ground below.
-
-
Permeability of soil: Loose porous soils allow radon to move more easily compared to dense, compacted soils.
-
Building design and construction: The design and construction of a house, including its foundation type and the presence of basements or crawl spaces, influence how radon can enter.
-
See A Citizen's Guide to Radon (EPA) for more information
What Can I do if My Home's
Radon Levels are High?
To reduce radon levels in a home, mitigation strategies can be employed, such as:
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Select a Certified Radon Mitigation Contractor.
-
Sealing cracks and gaps: Reducing radon entry points by sealing cracks in floors and walls
-
Ventilation systems: Installing ventilation systems, such as a sub-slab depressurization system, which uses a fan and vent pipe to draw radon from beneath the house and release it outside
-
Home testing: Regular radon testing to monitor levels and take action if necessary
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See Consumer's Guide to Radon Reduction How to Fix Your Home (EPA) For more information