Radon Inspection
Like a silent intruder creeping through the cracks in your home’s foundation, radon gas poses a serious yet invisible threat to your family’s health. You won’t see it, smell it, or taste it, but this naturally occurring radioactive gas could be accumulating in your living space right now.
As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, radon claims thousands of lives annually, yet many homeowners remain unaware of their exposure levels. If you’re wondering whether your home is safe, you’ll need to understand why professional radon testing isn’t just an option—it’s an essential step in protecting your household.
What is Radon?
Something potentially dangerous could be lurking in your home right now, and you wouldn’t even know it. That invisible threat is radon, a radioactive gas that silently seeps into homes across the country through cracks in foundations, walls, and floors. You can’t see, smell, or taste it, but this naturally occurring gas poses a serious health risk to you and your family.
Radon forms when uranium, which is found in soil, rock, and water, breaks down through natural decay processes. As it enters your home through construction joints and gaps around service pipes, it can accumulate to dangerous levels.
The Environmental Protection Agency has identified radon as the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, contributing to approximately 21,000 deaths each year. That’s why testing is essential – the EPA recommends taking action when levels reach or exceed 4 picoCuries per liter (pCi/L).
Since radon concentrations vary greatly by geographical location and can change over time, you’ll need regular testing to guarantee your home remains safe. Don’t wait until it’s too late – protecting your family starts with understanding what radon is and recognizing its risks.
Health Impacts of Radon Exposure
The health consequences of radon exposure can’t be overstated. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, radon exposure contributes to a staggering 15,000 to 22,000 lung cancer deaths each year. When you’re exposed to this invisible, odorless gas over time, you’re putting your respiratory health at serious risk.
The danger lies in how radon progeny affect your lung tissue. These radioactive particles, which are created when radon gas decays, can damage your lung cells when you breathe them in. This cellular damage from prolonged exposure considerably increases your risk of developing lung cancer, particularly if you’re exposed to levels above 4 pCi/L.
You should be aware that even moderate radon levels between 2 and 4 pCi/L can lead to health problems over time. That’s why it’s essential to test your home regularly and implement mitigation strategies if necessary.
Since radon levels can fluctuate based on environmental and geological factors, staying vigilant about testing is your best defense against this hidden health threat. Don’t wait until health issues arise – take preventive action now to protect yourself and your family.
Professional Radon Testing
Professional radon testing provides precise measurements that can identify dangerous levels of this radioactive gas in your home. When you hire a certified inspector, they’ll use sophisticated equipment to measure radon concentrations accurately, delivering results within 48 hours.
You’ll find that professional testing can be done using either passive devices, which don’t need electricity, or active devices that monitor radon levels in real-time.
To guarantee accurate readings, your inspector will strategically place test kits in the lowest livable area of your home. They’ll avoid locations near drafts, windows, and outside walls that could interfere with the results.
Since radon levels can change over time due to environmental factors and building occupancy patterns, you should schedule professional testing every two years.
If your test results exceed the EPA’s action level of 4 pCi/L, your inspector will explain the findings and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies. Their expertise helps you understand the severity of any radon issues and guides you through necessary steps to protect your home’s occupants from this invisible threat.
Contact Ellingwood Pro for Radon testing
A radon inspection from Ellingwood Pro protects your family from this silent environmental hazard. Our certified inspectors provide unbiased, thorough testing with same-day results, making the process simple and efficient. Schedule your biennial radon inspection through our easy booking system, and receive honest, impartial evaluations from our squared-away team. Our friendly staff remains available as an ongoing resource for all your radon testing needs, supporting both homeowners and agents with professional expertise and superior customer service.
