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How Does Radon Enter a Building?

How Does Radon Enter a Building?

Radon is a radioactive gas. It comes from the natural decay of uranium that is found in nearly all soils, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other...
Radon measurement term: picocurie

Radon measurement term: picocurie

Are you smarter than the average bear (for those of you familiar with Yogi Bear) when it comes to radon lingo? Pick from one below. When radon is measured and the results are in, how are the results measured/read?  You may hear people share the results  as...
Are newer, radon-resistant homes still at risk for radon?

Are newer, radon-resistant homes still at risk for radon?

If your home was built in the past 10 years, it’s probable that your contractor adhered to building standards to construct a more ‘radon resistant’ home.  But  what does that actually mean? Does this mean a newer home is more likely to...
WHAT is this gadget?

WHAT is this gadget?

In the radon mitigation world, this gadget is a common device used to measure the pressure your mitigation system is creating.  What’s this thing called?  It’s called a  U tube (not YouTube) ‘Manometer’.  (Man-O-Meter) ...
Why are some radon mitigation systems so…..UGLY?

Why are some radon mitigation systems so…..UGLY?

Great question from one of our Facebook followers!   I decided to let our own mitigation installation specialist, Rich Tweedy, provide the answer. The first and simplest reason a radon mitigation system is …UGLY: “The mitigation system designer and/or installer...
Making your home a “healthier home”

Making your home a “healthier home”

It’s safe to say there are a lot of people who want to provide a healthy space for themselves and  loved ones to live.  Whether it’s an apartment, condo or house, the air quality is something that sometime gets forgotten.  Unless you have proof or visible...