Dubbed a silent yet deadly radioactive gas, the dangers of radon cannot be overstated. Naturally occurring in the soil and rocks underneath a house’s foundation, radon can seep inside but can’t be smelled, tasted or seen. Its odorless, colorless nature means it can become a constant, present risk...
Although radon is naturally occuring, found in the solid beneath buildings and structures, this radioactive gas can be dangerous to our health in high concentrations. It can seep into homes through cracks in the foundation, accumulating to hazardous levels, where long-term exposure to high levels of...
Radon is invisible and odorless, which means it is impossible to detect without a radon gas detector. Radon occurs naturally in the air almost everywhere and is created when uranium breaks down in the soil. However, radon levels are higher in certain areas. Read on to find out if you are living or working...
Just because you can’t see radon doesn’t mean it isn’t dangerous. Anyone can be at risk of exposure to radon. The only way to properly ensure you are protected against this deadly gas is by scheduling a professional radon test and, if detected, executing a plan to remove it. Though anyone can...
Have you heard of radon? Maybe you have, but it’s hard to know if you’ve been exposed. This is because radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas. If you knew what problems high levels of radon could cause, you may start to be more careful! First of all, radon forms in soil and rock and […]
The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry among many others have linked the toxic gas Radon to lung cancer (www.atsdr.cdc.gov). While many homeowners are becoming more aware of the negative effects of Radon exposure in the home, not enough are aware of the effects it can have on those around...
Maybe this is your first time dealing with high levels of radon or perhaps you just want to learn more about the radon mitigation process. Don’t be alarmed by the devices and tools used for radon mitigation; we will explain what each of them do in detail. There are two different methods Radon Crew...
You’ve bought your new home and moved in. Now what? You probably checked to see if the lights turn on and water comes out of the faucets. But what about all of the things that no one tells you about? There are a few things that Radon Crew wants you to look for and get […]
The school year has concluded, which means it’s summer. The kids will now be hanging out at home a lot more. What’s the one place in the house they are guaranteed to go during the summer? The basement. It’s the coolest place in your home on a hot summer day. You may not always be […]