A silent killer is lurking in homes across America—the invisible invader known as radon. You can’t see, taste, or smell radon, but you are likely breathing it in every day, and it may be compromising ...
January is National Radon Action Month, and the American Lung Association is raising awareness of the potential health risks ...
Modern construction offers more energy-efficient buildings but also comes with one potentially deadly drawback: The air-tight structures are susceptible to radon gas buildup that can cause lung cancer ...
u The exhaust pipe (s) of soil suction systems must vent above the surface of the roof and 10 feet or more above the ground, and at least 10 feet away from windows, doors, or other openings that could ...
Powell could require developers that build new houses in the city to include systems to vent a radioactive gas linked to lung cancer. Councilman Brendan Newcomb on ...
We haven t even put away the holiday ornaments and here we are, already five days into the Environmental Protection Agency s (EPA) National Radon Action Month. This observance is intended to encourage ...
The answer often involves a special device called a radon fan. We’re giving you an inside look at radon fans and how they work, explaining what you need to know to keep your family safe. We’ll cover ...
Let’s face it, “radioactive gas” isn’t exactly a cheerful topic for dinner conversation. But when radon shows up on a home inspection report, it can quickly become top of mind. Radon needs to be taken ...
WESTAMPTON – The Burlington County Health Department is distributing free radon test kits to county residents to check their homes for the radioactive gas. The kits are being made available as part of ...