Most people I talk with do not realize how harmful Radon can be when it is found in your home. And they don't know if they do or don't have it because it is not something you can smell or see or taste. Yet, it is the second leading cause of deadly Lung Cancer. We know smoking and smoke can cause lung cancer but at least that is something we can see. Smell. Taste. Not so for Radon.
It works quietly. Deadly. In one out of four homes in New England. One out of three in Minnesota. National average is 7% of homes have this toxic gas within their home. So how can we know? One way is to purchase a Radon detector at Home Depot or other hardware store. Can also order online (link below) Even if you don't have it.......you will have the reassurance of knowing you and your family are safe and it only costs about $25 or so.
One thing I do, with or without testing, is to make sure the basement gets lots of fresh air circulation. Good venting will help alot even if you do have the problem. Thats one reason houses in winter climates are more at risk . Everything closed up to keep warm. And Radon can build up.
There are many places online for learning more. Start with this one:
EPA gov site
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