The letter issued by AECL contains results of
tests for Radon Gas Analysis, Interior Gamma Radiation Scan, Exterior Gamma Radiation Survey and Construction Monitoring Program.
It is only through testing
for radon gas can you determine a repair is needed.
Even if the home isn't in a tier 1 location, New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection recommends testing all
homes for radon concentrations.
Since there are no obvious indicators of its presence, it's a smart choice to test
for radon as a matter of practice.
Even if the home isn't in a tier 1 location, New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection recommends testing all homes
for radon concentrations.
Draft Background Information Document, Proposed
Standard for Radon - 222 Emissions to Air from Underground Uranium Mines, US EPA, Office of Radiation Programs, 40 CFR Part 61, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, Doc.
Therefore, the Surgeon General and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommend testing
for radon in order to know whether there are dangerous levels present in the home.
What is important to remember is if you test the
house for Radon after the closing you have no recourse for remediation from the seller.
Mr. Halbert is nationally certified
for radon measurement by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) and is listed by the State of Connecticut as an approved radon measurement professional.
This is why it is so imperative to continuously
monitor for radon and not view a moment - in - time measurement as sufficient for long - term safety in homes, schools and other buildings.
We currently offer stand alone
inspections for radon testing, mold testing, and pest and dry rot inspections.
California doesn't have as high of
risk for radon as some regions in the U.S.. However, there are some areas, such as Tulare, that are depicted as having high concentrations of radon, according to the California Department of Conservation's indoor radon potential map.
«The risk numbers we're talking about for that group are comparable to or greater than what we
see for radon, which has been identified as the most dangerous hazard in homes in the country by far,» said Richard Corsi, a professor specializing in indoor air pollution at the University of Texas at Austin.
If you've never smoked, the best thing you can do to avoid lung cancer is stay away from people who are smoking, test
for radon at home, and make sure work safety standards are in place if you work in a high - risk industry.
Radon Testing — the state superintendent reminds school divisions of the
requirement for radon testing and reporting.
Having a potential home
inspected for radon can be a literal life saver; according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, exposure to radon can lead to lung cancer.
A small number of Connecticut home inspectors carry this certification, which requires continuing education as well as a quality control
program for radon measurement.
There is a lot of discussion about what length of time is
optimal for a radon test to deliver accurate results.
It takes
years for radon to have an effect on people's health, which can manifest in the form of cancer (EPA).
As you can see, May through December all have radon levels well below 2.7 pCi / L (pico - Curies per liter, the US
unit for radon gas).
The resort is as
famous for its Radon Caves (Heilstollern) and Spa facilities (hence the Bad in Badgastein) as it is for its skiing with the two going hand - in - glove as the best destination for a ski - spa break.
The downside of building greener, tighter homes is that it becomes
easier for radon gas to build up in it.
What to look for: Basements or any area with protrusions into the ground offer entry
points for radon.
The house was tested
for radon before its purchase in 1992, and the test indicated a negligible radon level.
«The EPA and the surgeon general recommend testing all homes below the third
floor for radon,» says Holtzman.
The best thing to do is test and
treat for radon NOW and fix a problem so it won't complicate the sale of your home.
You can expect the cost to fall between $ 200 to $ 1000, a simple inspection falling on the lower side, but expect an increased price if you need to
check for radon, mold, or termites, for example.
US EPA 40 CFR Part 61, Subpart B - National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)--
Standard for Radon - 222 Emissions from Underground Uranium Mines, Final Rule, April 17, 1985.
I test
for Radon in your home so you can be comfortable your family is safe from its harmful effects.
The Wave Plus by AirThings is a connected battery - operated indoor air quality
monitor for radon.
Your buyers need to hire a home inspector to assess the general mechanical and structural soundness of the home and property, as well as additional
inspections for radon, lead, pest, mold, buried oil, and gas tanks.
Erie County Legislator Ed Rath, in partnership with the Erie County Department of Environment and Planning, will host a Radon Awareness Event at the Clarence Farmers Market on Saturday, June 22 to educate residents about potential risks and how to test their
homes for radon.
Be wary of inspectors that tell you they also do abatement, such as
for radon gas, mold, lead based paint, foundation or furnace repair, or roofing.
For radon, an inexpensive test kit that's available at home - improvement stores will be reliable to make sure your home is safe from this toxic chemical.
Erie County is designated an EPA Zone 1, which is the highest risk, and several areas are considered «hot spots»
for radon, including a higher than average risk reported in Clarence,» said Legislator Rath.
«Erie County's Radon Awareness Program helps residents understand what radon is, as well as how and why to test
for radon.
Today, radiation exposure could come from CT scans or high - dose radiation to treat lymphoma or even from radon gas, which is why it's so important to test
for radon.
Call me to schedule your home inspection, I can also test
for radon, mold, and inspect for termites along with water testing of all types.
The state of Connecticut recommends testing all homes
for radon.