Radon is an odorless, tasteless, and colorless gas that naturally occurs when uranium breaks down over time. It's released as a byproduct when radioactive elements like uranium and thorium decay. Breathing radon over time can be dangerous to humans as it is a radioactive element and can cause lung cancer. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the US.
Most of the exposure to radon gas occurs indoors. The radon gas gets trapped indoors after it enters the structure through cracks, gaps, and other holes present in the foundation. People can be exposed to radon from simply breathing air when radon gas is present.
Any home can have a radon problem. Old and new homes, drafty and well-sealed homes, homes without basements can all have radon gas present. According to statistics, Montana is one of the states with the highest radon levels. As mentioned before, it can be a serious health hazard to you and your loved ones. However, tiny amounts of radon gas that we breathe in daily do not pose a major health risk.
You can take certain steps to control and reduce the amount of radon in your house. Radon testing is the only way to know whether a structure has high levels of radon.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advises that all homeowners should test their homes to detect any radon contamination.
Are you planning to purchase a house? Insist on having radon testing as part of the home inspection process before you purchase your new home. Additionally, the EPA recommends that you test your house if you are planning to sell it. Your home is more susceptible to radon if:
At Worthy Inspection Services, we use continuous monitors that are AARST/NRPP certified. The radon testing devices and detectors are placed in the lowest habitable area of the home, and it takes hour-by-hour measurements of radon gas in the house. This monitor has a built-in anti-tampering device and should not be touched. 12 hours before the radon machine starts and during the machine’, keep all windows and doors closed. However, normal living conditions can continue during the test. We’ll provide you with the results after the testing is completed.
We provide instant results after the test is completed, unlike some inspectors who use passive sample canisters that need to be sent to the lab for testing. This testing method can take up to ten days to give the results.
Worthy Inspection Services is the ideal solution if you are looking for radon testing in Eureka, MT, or surrounding areas. We are committed to providing the quickest and most accurate radon testing services. Contact our team today to learn more about our radon testing and home inspection services.
