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Is radon testing a waste if you don't have a basement?
yep
Can radon get into a home with an exposed basement?
Radon is formed by the decompostion of Radium and/or Uranium which means that a source of either element is decomposing underneath you. The only real way to eliminate it is to remove it form underground. A good method to reduce radon is to open windows (if there are any) to let the gas escape
What is the antidote for radon gas poisoning?
Possible solutions for radon mitigation: good ventilation of the house, ventilation under the basement, plastic filter under the basement, good finishing of the basement and walls, etc.
What does it mean if you have radon in basement?
Radon is a very heavy gas, several times heavier than air. When radon seeps into a basement as a result of low-level radioactive decay within rocks such as granite, it tends to be trapped there. This is especially true as homes are sealed tighter with insulation and weather strips. A full time ventilation system that circulates air from around the outside of basement floor and walls will stop radon buildup.
Will finishing your basement reduce radon levels?
Yes, because the diffusion of radon gas is more difficult in a material with low porosity and without cracks or holes.
Is radon testing a waste if you don't have a basement?
yep
Can radon get into a home with an exposed basement?
Radon is formed by the decompostion of Radium and/or Uranium which means that a source of either element is decomposing underneath you. The only real way to eliminate it is to remove it form underground. A good method to reduce radon is to open windows (if there are any) to let the gas escape
What is the antidote for radon gas poisoning?
Possible solutions for radon mitigation: good ventilation of the house, ventilation under the basement, plastic filter under the basement, good finishing of the basement and walls, etc.
What does it mean if you have radon in basement?
Radon is a very heavy gas, several times heavier than air. When radon seeps into a basement as a result of low-level radioactive decay within rocks such as granite, it tends to be trapped there. This is especially true as homes are sealed tighter with insulation and weather strips. A full time ventilation system that circulates air from around the outside of basement floor and walls will stop radon buildup.
Will finishing your basement reduce radon levels?
Yes, because the diffusion of radon gas is more difficult in a material with low porosity and without cracks or holes.
Which area of the home will typically have the highest concentration of radon gas?
Low places where there is little or no ventilation. Radon is "heavy" and can accumulate from sources in rocks or soil in locations where there is a "low place" like a crawl space or basement that has little to no air movement in the space.
Is wood a radon testing method?
Any link
Why are radon gas levels in a basement often measured?
Inhalation of high concentrations of radon (more than 150 Bq/m3) for long periods can be a cause of lung cancers.
If you have an open without a lid sump pump in your basement and if you test for Radon will it automatically test positive?
Radon exist in all the world, in air and waters, in rocks and soils, in buildings and tunnels, etc; but radon concentrations are very variable and different.
What is a common source of radiation found within the basement of homes?
radon 222 it comes form the cracks in the floor
Whats the best method of basement waterproofing?
Superseal Dimpled Membrane is the best method of basement waterproofing. It keeps mud, water and dirt away from your foundation.
What can I do to prevent my basement from flooding?
There are many steps that can be taken to waterproof a basement. A cheaper method is in water proofing sealants and sprays, and a more extreme but more reliable method is in foundation repair and rebuilding.
