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WHAT IS IT?:
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is produced by the decay of uranium and radium and is found in soils, rocks and water throughout the U.S. Radon is colorless, odorless and tasteless and cannot be detected by our senses.
WHY SHOULD I ORDER THIS TEST?:
Radon is a health threat because it can accumulate in homes, sometimes to very high concentrations and can cause lung cancer. In fact, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking.
Because it is naturally occurring, radon can occur at your neighbor’s house, but not yours, or vice versa. It exists regardless of a home’s foundation type. The EPA estimates that nearly one out of every 15 homes in the U.S. is estimated to have elevated radon levels. In Illinois, over 1/3 of homes that have been tested have elevated radon gas levels.
Testing for radon provides you with the information you need to determine if mitigation is necessary.
WHAT IS INVOLVED IN RADON TESTING?:
Fees and scope of inspection for commercial properties vary. Please call our office for details or email the property address to us along with your contact information and we’ll prepare a custom proposal for you.
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