Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas. You cannot see, smell or taste radon, but it may be a problem in your home. The Surgeon General has warned that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States today. Some scientific studies of Radon exposure indicate that children may be more sensitive to radon. This may be due to their higher respiration rate and their rapidly dividing cells, which may be more vulnerable to radiation damage.
Using the latest technology is Radon testing, a Continuous Radon Monitor (CRM) will be placed in the home under specific conditions. For approximately 48 – 72 hours in order to gain the most accurate results. An easy to understand report with an explanation of the results will be emailed to you on the day the monitor, or monitors, are retrieved from your home or business.
Get Our Company for Radon Testing to Avoid the Risks Involved
Home buyers and sellers have to consider radon testing as a primary option as it concerns the health of your family. There are lots of ill effects of radon exposure, and therefore it becomes all the more important to test a home for harmful radon gas.
EPA recommends that all homes should be tested for radon levels and the prescribed levels are less than four picocuries per liter of air in the outdoor and 1.3 picocuries per liter of air indoor. Radon is said to be an odorless gas that is the residue of uranium found in the soil. Statistics reveal that about 14,000 lung cancer deaths are related to radon exposure over a prolonged period. If you are planning to buy a property, it is advisable that you look for our professional company to perform Radon testing.
Though there are some do-it-yourself kits available in the market for Radon 
testing, it is best to avail the assistance of a professional company. These kits may be less expensive, but the results may not be accurate. For perfect grading, it is best to avail our company services for Radon Testing services. It is advisable to have our professionals check for its infiltration, to protect your home from these harmful effects. We provide qualified and experienced inspectors who can provide precise results and also can suggest ways and means eliminate radon concentration from your home.
It is also recommended that all floors below the third floor have to be tested for radon. Also, the lowest living areas have to be tested. The two types of tests commonly used by our company, i.e., short term and long term tests.
Depending on the weather conditions, the level varies. During summer the levels tend to rise. The pattern varies depending on furnaces or fireplaces or window position. For quick analysis, we use short term tests. These are done under close conditions. Since radon levels fluctuate, it is best to opt for long term testing. Some devices used to test for radon. These are passive devices that our company has for the purpose of testing this harmful gas that does not require power to function. These include alpha track detectors, charcoal liquid scintillation detectors, and charcoal canisters.
There are also active devices are those that require power consumption to function. This can help monitor the levels continuously. Active monitors are attached to provide a complete variation in the levels. These cost more when compared to passive devices. The cost for testing radon varies depending on the inspection services. The home radon testing services recommend ways and means to cut on the radiation for homes. To prevent emission in your homes, there are many methods that can be followed. Exhaust fans and underground pipes may be use to cut on radon emission in your home.
In conclusion, there is no alternative for a professional radon testing agency. And that is the reason why our company stands out to work for different people to eliminate the harmful risks associated with this gas.
