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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRadon is an invisible and odorless radioactive gas that is released from the ground from radium (which in turn comes from uranium). It can occur anywhere, but higher levels are typically found in areas that have a higher concentration of uranium that naturally occurs in the soil.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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How to Reduce Radon Levels in Your Home<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Testing for radon in your home about every two years is a proactive measure to ensure that levels are safe and the health of your family won\u2019t be compromised. Virtually every home in Canada and the US has some radon, but the levels vary from home to home even if they\u2019re situated next door to one another.<\/p>

Radon is an invisible and odourless radioactive gas that\u2019s released from the ground thanks to radium (which comes from uranium). Build-up can occur in any home, regardless of age or how well it\u2019s maintained, although higher levels are typically found in areas that have a higher concentration of uranium naturally occurring in the soil.<\/p>

High levels of radon increase your risk of developing lung cancer. Almost 90% of lung cancer deaths are caused by smoking. Radon exposure is linked to approximately 16% of lung cancer deaths in Canada and is the second leading cause of lung cancer for smokers, says Health Canada.<\/p>

Radon can build up over time to the point where it becomes a serious problem. Your home\u2019s radon levels depend on three main factors: 1) The amount of uranium in the ground; 2) The number of entry points into your home; and 3) How well your home is ventilated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Testing for Radon<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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There are two common types of radon tests \u2013 a presence survey and a more comprehensive 90-day test.<\/p>

The presence survey is the first step, as it will indicate if there\u2019s a significant presence of radon based on a reading of the levels within the home. You\u2019ll then know whether mediation is required. At this point, the next step is to run a 90-day test. You should take action if your radon level is higher than the Canadian Guideline of 200 Becquerels per metre cubed (Bq\/m\u00b3).<\/p>

And, of course, the higher the detected levels of radon, the quicker the issue needs attention.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Mitigating radon in your home<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Radon levels in most homes can be reduced by more than 80% for about the same cost as other common home repairs such as replacing the furnace or air conditioner.<\/p>

If radon levels in your home are above the Canadian guideline, Health Canada recommends that you hire a professional certified under the Canadian National Radon Proficiency Program (C-NRPP). Lowering radon levels in a home requires specific technical knowledge and skills to ensure the job is completed properly.<\/p>

When selecting a radon reduction method for your home, your contractor will consider several things, including:<\/p>

Radon level in your home
Costs of installation and system operation
Size of the home and its foundation type
The effectiveness of any one radon-reduction method will depend on the unique characteristics of your home, the level of radon, how it\u2019s getting into your house and how thoroughly the job is done. A single method may work, but sometimes a combination of several methods must be used.<\/p>

A radon professional will likely perform one or more diagnostic tests to help determine the best radon-reduction system for your home. For example, your contractor may use chemical smoke to see the air flow sources and radon entry points by watching a small amount of smoke that has been placed into holes, drains, sumps or along cracks. Another type of diagnostic test is a Pressure Field Extension Test (or communication test). This test uses a vacuum cleaner to measure how easily air can move from one point to another under the foundation and estimate the number of suction points and fan size needed for an active radon-reduction system.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Mitigation options include:<\/span>\n<\/p><\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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