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by not allowing the gas to be released, causing the gas to be trapped in the house.


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Q: Why does a tightly sealed house make the radon problem worse?
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Are there any foods that radon is found in?

No. Radon is a gas, and a very volatile one at that. The only place it can accumulate is in totally sealed basements.


Does Radon Gas stay on materials when moved out of a house that has radon?

no


How does radon accumulate inside your house?

It is present in the ground below the house and enters from below.


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.


Can I get a free radon test kit We got a free one years ago for our old house. We just moved into a new house in November and want to test for radon. Thanks?

Free-Radon-Test-Kits.com offers what you are looking for with your new house.


Why is radon undesirable inside a house?

Because radon can be accumulated in buildings, in closed, non ventilated areas.


Can you get radon out of your house?

Sharp metal object and or a gun.


How can you get away from radiation?

Like, radon? You get a fan to get it out of your house.


What equipment would I need for radon testing?

You need a radon detector to perform radon testing. Essentially it's a geiger counter. Radon is radioactive and you locate it just the same way. Many radon alarms are available for areas where Radon is a problem. You would need a radon detector for radon testing. You can purchase one from amazon.com for $130 shipped. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CEAY64


If a home has radon levels of 4 pci how many people would get cancer?

It depends of various factors, like how many people live in the house and the amount of time they spend in it (especially in the basement). The EPA recommends fixing the problem if there are radon levels of 4pCi/L or more. Therefore, it is recommended you seek out a professional to reduce the radon levels in your home.


How do you Eliminate radon from drinking water?

Radon is an important problem for the atmosphere in the buildings not for the water. Radon from the water can be eliminated by boiling the water. Also because the most important isotope pf radon, 222Rn, has a half life of only 3,8235 days radon disappear after a period of time.


Are there any companies that offer radon remediation?

There are actually a lot of detectors you can get for your home that will see if you have a radon problem. Here is a link to a government website with more information. www.epa.gov/radon/pubs/consguid.html