Radon Testing Services
Radon Gas is a hidden health risk in many Canadian homes. Somewhere around 25% of homes surveyed in Ontario from 2009-2013 had concentrations of radon gas that were above safety guidelines issued by the World Health Organization - but if you were to poll your neighbours, how many would know about radon gas? Recent awareness campaigns have sought to educate us about radon gas and its danger to our health, but most Canadians are still unaware of radon gas, and how radon testing can help you make your home a healthier and safer place to be.
Signs of Radon Gas in Your Property
Because radon gas is colourless, odourless, and invisible, radon detection using your senses or physical clues is impossible. But if you’re curious about radon testing your home, you can look out for the signs that radon gas may be coming in, namely features like:
- Cracks or gaps in your foundation
- Natural stone features that may contain trace amounts of uranium
- Well water
- Basements with natural soil flooring or rooms with earth walls
- Homes built on rocky land
What is Radon Gas?
If this is the first you’ve ever heard of radon, you’re not alone. You’ve never smelled it, seen it, or tasted it, even though you’ve likely come across it. Radon is a radioactive gas that’s found naturally in the environment and is formed when uranium buried deep in the earth breaks down. Usually, radon gas makes its way up through the soil and rocks and disperses into the atmosphere, but it can collect in homes and businesses, which is when it can start causing serious health problems. The risk of radon gas varies geographically, but, since there are no safe exposure levels, testing for radon is critically important for long term health.