Radon gas brought Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas. Radon comes from the radioactive decay of radium that is present in the earth’s crust. It is ubiquitous and it is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. It is present, in varying...
Silent Killers: Hazardous Home Conditions Mold. Radon. Lead. For many homebuyers, these are words that strike fear and introduce uncertainty into a real estate transaction. Depending on how severe the conditions are, they not only may be hazardous to the health...
November is designated as Radon Action Month. What is radon? Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is caused by the breakdown of the uranium found in our soil, rock, or water. When radon releases into our outdoor air, the effects are diluted, and aren’t...
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice of availability; opening of a 60-day public comment period. SUMMARY: Since 1988, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has administered a statutorily-mandated program under the Indoor Radon Abatement...
Radon, a radioactive, odorless gas emitted from the soil and it is a concern for homeowners or those looking to buy a house. A home inspection should always include a radon test. Radon can seep into homes and buildings through cracks. Inhaling it has been linked to...
Buyers considering homes in rural settings will often encounter homes for sale that get their water from wells. With homes drawing on municipal sources, there is an assumption that the water in the home will be readily available and meet the safety standards of the...
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