On the surface, radon gas may appear harmless. Odorless, tasteless and invisible, each of its outward characteristics would indicate that it’s a relatively benign, harmless, vapid vapor. Unfortunately, many Americans are unbeknownst to the harmful effects of radon. Classified by the Environmental Protection...
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 a radioactive, hazardous gas. As uranium decays, radon occurs naturally in the soil. Radon can enter your home through crawl spaces, sump pump basins, wall seams and concrete if it has cracks. You will never know if your home has radon unless you test for it. Just because you can’t see it...
Radon is relatively rare. This radioactive element has a half-life of only four days, meaning it will decay quickly and if only present in small doses should pose little threat to its surroundings. However, in high doses, radon exposure can be incredibly dangerous. Its danger has been known (if not fully...
If you live in Sioux Falls, maybe you’ve heard of radon testing, but do you really understand what radon is? Maybe you heard about radon from your realtor as you were buying or selling your home. Knowledge is power, so we’re going to explain everything you need to know about radon as a Sioux Falls...
Radon is a radioactive gas that has been attributed to causing lung cancer over time. It can be an intimidating issue for new and long-time homeowners alike, especially when buying or selling a home. Radon is tasteless, colorless and odorless, and exists in all 50 states. The only way to definitively...
Radon is a radioactive, hazardous gas. As uranium decays, radon occurs naturally in the soil. Radon can enter your home through crawl spaces, sump pump basins, wall seams and cracks in concrete. You will never know if your home has radon unless you test for it. Just because you can’t see it or smell...
Radon exposure is a leading cause of lung cancer among smokers and non-smokers alike, claiming 21,000 lives in the U.S. every year. Radon gas leaks are especially dangerous in the Upper Midwest. Minnesota considers radon a major public health concern and roughly half of South Dakota is a hotbed for it....
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...