Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas, is a silent danger that could be lurking in your home, school, or workplace. It's crucial to be aware of the risks associated with radon exposure and understand the importance of radon mitigation. At VSI Radon Reduction Corp., we are your trusted experts, ensuring a safer and healthier environment for you and your loved ones. Let's explore why radon awareness and mitigation are vital.
Understanding the History of Radon
As early as the 1400s, lung disease was associated with the mining of metal ores in the Erz mountains of eastern Europe. The element was discovered in 1900 by Dorn, who called it radium emanation. In 1908 Ramsay and Gray, who named it niton, isolated the element and determined its density, finding it to be the heaviest known gas. It is essentially occupies the last place in the zero group of gases in the Periodic Table. Since 1923, it has been called radon.
In the 1980s, the potential threat to the public health posed by naturally occurring radon became a concern with the discovery of homes with extremely high radon levels (more than 3000 pCi/L) on the Reading Prong, a uranium-bearing formation that extends through eastern Pennsylvania, northern New Jersey and southern New York.
Make Testing for Radon A Priority
Testing is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon. The EPA and the Surgeon General recommend testing all homes below the third floor for radon. The EPA also recommends testing in schools. Testing is inexpensive and easy – it should only take a few minutes of your time. Millions of Americans have already tested their homes for radon. At VSI Radon Reduction Corp. we can provide testing resources and companies that will give you accurate and reliable radon results.
Reducing Radon The Right Way
At VSI Radon Reduction Corp, we've got you covered when it comes to radon mitigation. With our expert services, you can say goodbye to worries about radon in your home. We will guide you through the entire process, ensuring your radon levels are lowered to meet the EPA's recommended safe levels.
The EPA suggests taking action to lower indoor radon levels if your test shows 4 pCi/L or higher. It's better to fix a radon issue before selling your home, giving you more time to handle it. If high levels are discovered during the real estate transaction, both the buyer and seller should talk about when and how to reduce radon, similar to other aspects of the home sale.
Secure Your Health, Act Now: Choose VSI Radon Reduction Corp. for Radon Mitigation!
Don't leave your family's health to chance – take action today! Contact VSI Radon Reduction Corp. for our trusted radon mitigation services, and let us make your home safer. Contact us now to schedule a consultation and ensure a radon-free living environment.
