Wednesday, June 28, 2023

What is radon, and why do you test for it?

Radon is a naturally-occurring, radioactive gas that can be present in soil and consequently enter the home.  Exposure to high levels of radon over time can cause lung cancer.  Radon testing involves using devices to determine the levels of radon in your home.

You may wonder why I'm thinking about radon right now.  Well, I answered a knock on my door this morning saying that my apartment had been chosen as a place for testing.  I mentioned having a cat, since I'm not supposed to touch or move the two devices they left here, so they put them on top of my fridge.

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