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June 13, 2023 radon

How a Radon Mitigation Contractor Would Fix Their Own House

Though it’s naturally occurring, radon gas remains a silent and deadly predator on unsuspecting homeowners. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, nearly one out of every 15 homes in the United States has elevated radon levels. It’s the second leading cause of lung cancer, responsible...

May 5, 2023 radon

3 Reasons Why You Need Radon Mitigation in South Dakota

Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive, and hazardous gas produced from the breakdown of uranium in the soil. It can seep into homes through cracks in the foundation and other openings, leading to elevated radon levels inside the home. This is deeply concerning for homeowners across the United States...

April 17, 2023 Radon Testing

3 Reasons To Protect Your Home From Radon

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...

March 3, 2023 news

How Radon Mitigation Systems Work

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...

December 13, 2022 radon Radon Testing

How Common Is Radon Contamination?

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...

November 4, 2022 Radon Reading

How Much Radon Exposure Is Safe?

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...

October 11, 2022 Radon Testing

The Truth About Radon in the Sioux Falls Area

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...

August 31, 2022 Radon Reading

My Neighbor Had a High Radon Reading. Am I Safe?

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...

August 12, 2022 radon

What the EPA Says About Radon in the U.S.

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...