RADON in HOMES
WATCH OUT FOR RADONS!!!
WHAT IS RADON?
Radon is a natural product that moves freely through the air, groundwater, and surface water that can cause many harm to the environment and living organisms
WHERE IS RADON FOUND?
- rock or underground soil
- fireplaces
- heaters
- stoves
- water supply from private wells
HOW IS RADON DANGEROUS TO US?
LUNG CANCER
currently, radon is the second leading cause of the lung cancer
EMPHYSEMA
SILICOSIS
GET YOUR HOUSE CHECKED TODAY TO CHECK FOR ANY HARMFUL RISKS OF RADON!!
HOW TO PREVENT?
- sealing cracks - prevents radon from entering
- house pressurization- blows air into the lower level of the home using a fan, which prevents radon from entering by creating pressure
- heat recovery ventilator (HRV)- increases ventilation and introduces outdoor air by using the heated or cooled exhausted air to warm or cool the incoming air