Spring brings warmer temperatures, budding trees… and rain. Lots of it. While the rainy season helps the flowers bloom, it can also bring something invisible and dangerous into your home: higher radon levels. Most homeowners don’t realize that radon levels can fluctuate with seasonal weather, especially in the spring. If your home is in an…
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Spring Cleaning for Your Home’s Air: Why Radon Testing Should Be on Your To-Do List
As the days get longer and the windows start to open, many homeowners dive into spring cleaning—scrubbing, organizing, and refreshing every corner of the house. But while you’re dusting off the shelves and deep-cleaning the carpets, don’t forget about one of the most important (and invisible) parts of your home: the air you breathe. This…
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Upgrading Your Passive Radon System: Why Spring Is a Great Time to Go Active
As spring approaches, homeowners shift their focus to home maintenance, fresh air, and improving indoor air quality. One crucial yet often overlooked aspect of home safety is radon mitigation. If your home has a passive radon system, now is the perfect time to upgrade to an active radon mitigation system. Here’s why spring is an…
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How Radon Enters Your Home: Common Entry Points Explained
Radon is an invisible threat that affects millions of homes and businesses across the U.S. Most people are aware of radon, but many are still surprised to learn just how easily it can enter your home or business—and stay there undetected. Because radon is colorless, odorless, and tasteless, you won’t notice it until you test…
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Radon Mitigation in Schools: Protecting Students and Staff from Hidden Risk
When we think about creating a safe environment for students and teachers, we often focus on visible safety issues—clean classrooms, secure entrances, and fire drills. But there’s one invisible threat that too often goes unaddressed: radon gas. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. and the #1 cause of lung…
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Why You Should Purchase a New Construction Home with a Radon System Already Installed
Buying a new construction home is one of the most exciting—and important—investments you’ll ever make. You get to enjoy modern layouts, energy efficiency, and fewer maintenance headaches… but have you considered what’s happening underneath your brand-new foundation? One of the smartest upgrades in any new home is something you can’t see, but that can have…
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Radon Myths Debunked: What Most People Get Wrong About Radon
When it comes to radon, misinformation is everywhere. Some people think it’s only a problem in certain states. Others believe that new homes or buildings are safe, or that if their neighbor’s home tested low, theirs must be fine too. Spoiler alert: None of that is true. As a national radon mitigation company, we’ve heard…
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Commercial Radon Testing and Mitigation: Why It Matters for Your Business and Tenants
You can’t see it or smell it, but radon is quietly seeping into millions of buildings across the country. This invisible threat affects approximately one in 15 homes in the U.S., and for property owners, it’s not just a health concern — it’s a financial and legal one, too. Whether you manage a high-rise office, a…
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Winter and Radon: Why Testing is Crucial During Cold Months
Understanding Radon Radon is a colorless, odorless, and radioactive gas that forms naturally from the decay of uranium in soil and rock. It can seep into homes through cracks in foundations, gaps around pipes, and other entry points. Long-term exposure to high radon levels is a leading cause of lung cancer and other health issues,…
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Radon and Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
When buying or selling a home, there are countless details to consider, from financing to inspections. One critical factor often overlooked during the real estate process is radon. This invisible, odorless gas poses significant health risks, making it a vital consideration for both buyers and sellers. Whether you are buying or selling a home, here’s…