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What You Need to Know About Radon

Radon. Maybe you've never heard of it. Or maybe you only know a little bit about it. Whatever the case, you can't afford to ignore this dangerous gas that's the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. If you don't know how to protect yourself and...

Why is Radon Dangerous?

You may not be able to see radon gas, but that doesn't make it any less dangerous. The reality is that radon gas is estimated to cause thousands of lung cancer deaths every year. That's because as radon gas ages, it decays into radioactive particles. You inhale these...

How Do You Test for Radon in Your Home?

If you're concerned about the radon levels in your home, radon testing is the best way to accurately diagnose your family's radon exposure. Even though the gas is invisible, odorless and tasteless, a radon test will still be able to measure its presence in your home....

How Does Radon Get Into Your Home?

It's troubling to think about, but radon is most likely in the air you breathe. This radioactive gas is the product of the normal decay of certain elements. While it's of little concern in small doses, prolonged exposure to radon can lead to very real health concerns....

What is Radon?

Radon is a radioactive gas that is released by the normal decay of three elements: radium, thorium and uranium. These elements naturally exist in rocks and soil, making radon gas widespread. When these elements decay, the radon gas seeps up from the ground and escapes...