Why Is Radon So Dangerous?
The second leading cause of lung cancer, radon is a naturally occurring gas that is the result of uranium decay in soil and rocks, and it is commonly found in a home’s foundation. Exposure to this radioactive gas can have serious health implications. Prepare yourself by learning about the dangers of radon’s presence in your home and how to seek professional help to remediate the issue.
The Invisible Gas
You cannot see, smell, or taste radon. The only way to determine its presence is by testing your home’s radon levels. You can’t estimate your home’s radon levels based on your next-door neighbor’s levels. The only way to know for sure is by conducting a test. Radon enters the home through cracks or openings in your home’s foundation, and spaces with limited ventilation are at a higher risk. Colorado is among the ten states with the highest radon levels in the country.
What Are the Risks?
Radon levels vary in every home; however, it’s important to note that there is no “safe” level of radon exposure. The levels are measured in picocuries per liter, or pCi/L. The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) guidelines have established four pCi/L as the action level, which means that the presence of radon in your home at or above this level should be addressed by taking corrective measures to reduce your exposure. When you breathe in large amounts of this hazardous gas, it becomes trapped in your lungs. Over time, radon particles increase your risk of lung cancer, so it’s best to seek licensed and insured radon professionals to address the problem as soon as possible. Additionally, radon can be found in groundwater, so exposure can also occur through ingestion.
The trusted and certified professionals at APEX Radon offer a range of services to prevent, diagnose, and treat your home’s radon issues quickly and effectively. We have a 100% guarantee to reduce the radon levels of our customers’ homes below the EPA’s action level. Contact us today to get a quote on radon mitigation or testing for your home.
