What is Radon?
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from soil and rock. It is invisible, odorless and tasteless, and can only be detected by specialized tests. Radon enters homes through openings that are in contact with the ground, such as cracks in the foundation, small openings around pipes, and sump pits.
Why should you care about Radon?
Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Overall, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. The more radon you are exposed to, and the longer the exposure, the greater the risk of eventually developing lung cancer.
Should my home be tested?
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection recommends that all homes be tested for radon. That said, the decision to test for radon levels in the home is solely yours. Here are only some of the factors you should consider when deciding to test for radon:
What does a Radon test involve?
Testing a home for radon is fairly easy and straightforward. It involves leaving testing devices in the home and returning to the test site several days later. The devices are sealed and then sent to a laboratory for analysis. The lab will email the results in a pdf report to the certified measurement technician and the technician will then share and review the results with the client.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from soil and rock. It is invisible, odorless and tasteless, and can only be detected by specialized tests. Radon enters homes through openings that are in contact with the ground, such as cracks in the foundation, small openings around pipes, and sump pits.
Why should you care about Radon?
Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Overall, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. The more radon you are exposed to, and the longer the exposure, the greater the risk of eventually developing lung cancer.
Should my home be tested?
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection recommends that all homes be tested for radon. That said, the decision to test for radon levels in the home is solely yours. Here are only some of the factors you should consider when deciding to test for radon:
- What is the radon potential for the municipality in which the home is located? (See table below)
- What type of foundation does the home have?
- Are there living spaces within the home that are at or below grade?
- How much time will people spend in lower levels of the home?
What does a Radon test involve?
Testing a home for radon is fairly easy and straightforward. It involves leaving testing devices in the home and returning to the test site several days later. The devices are sealed and then sent to a laboratory for analysis. The lab will email the results in a pdf report to the certified measurement technician and the technician will then share and review the results with the client.