Radon and its Health Effects:
Radon is a naturally occurring colorless, odorless, tasteless, radioactive gas that forms from the natural breakdown of uranium found in soil and rocks. The gas migrates into the air we breathe and can become dangerous to human health if trapped in air within our homes for prolonged periods. The Surgeon General warns that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. and that more than 20,000 Americans die of radon-related lung cancer each year. The EPA estimates that up to 8 million homes may have radon gas concentrations over the action level of 4.0 pCi/L.
Importance of Radon Testing:
Radon gas mapping has been completed in most regions of the U.S. The EPA created a map of the regions in the U.S. which could be at greater risk for elevated indoor levels of radon. However, these maps are poor indicators of radon concentration as radon can vary dramatically, even between two adjacent houses. Controlled testing by a licensed radon professional at AMS can determine the concentration of radon during the testing period. This information can then be used to determine the best method for mitigating any elevated levels of indoor radon gas. Due to HVAC inconsistencies in buildings, some rooms or areas in a home are more susceptible to elevated radon levels. Provided below is a building that has varied radon levels even in adjacent rooms.
For any home owners or real estate agents interested in testing for radon, please visit the link below for more information:
Guidance for Home Owners and Real Estate Agents
Radon is a naturally occurring colorless, odorless, tasteless, radioactive gas that forms from the natural breakdown of uranium found in soil and rocks. The gas migrates into the air we breathe and can become dangerous to human health if trapped in air within our homes for prolonged periods. The Surgeon General warns that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. and that more than 20,000 Americans die of radon-related lung cancer each year. The EPA estimates that up to 8 million homes may have radon gas concentrations over the action level of 4.0 pCi/L.
Importance of Radon Testing:
Radon gas mapping has been completed in most regions of the U.S. The EPA created a map of the regions in the U.S. which could be at greater risk for elevated indoor levels of radon. However, these maps are poor indicators of radon concentration as radon can vary dramatically, even between two adjacent houses. Controlled testing by a licensed radon professional at AMS can determine the concentration of radon during the testing period. This information can then be used to determine the best method for mitigating any elevated levels of indoor radon gas. Due to HVAC inconsistencies in buildings, some rooms or areas in a home are more susceptible to elevated radon levels. Provided below is a building that has varied radon levels even in adjacent rooms.
For any home owners or real estate agents interested in testing for radon, please visit the link below for more information:
Guidance for Home Owners and Real Estate Agents
Assisted Management Solutions performs the following radon measurement services:
- Short-term and long-term radon measurements for Government, commercial, or residential customers and for real estate purposes
- Developing radon management and risk communication plans
- Inspecting mitigation systems
- Assisting decision makers with developing communication and mitigation strategies
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