Radon Gas & How to Protect Your Home & Business for All of Maryland and Washington DC Suburbs
Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural radioactive decay of radium, which the natural decay product of uranium. Is a naturally occurring gas. You can’t see it. You can’t smell it. You can’t taste it. It can not to be detected by the human senses. Is the 2nd leading cause of Lung Cancer.
Your family may be at risk for exposure. The EPA estimates that 1 out of every 15 homes in the U.S. has an elevated level of Radon gas. The amount of radon in the air is measured in picocuries per liter “pCi/L”. The EPA action level is 4.0 pCi/L. But if you live in Maryland, it may be preset in your home, and it may AFEECT your Health. GEO Environmental Services recommends that all homes be tested for Radon especially if located Zones 1 or 2 (see map).
Where is it found? How does the gas get in?
Radon is found in the soil and rocks. It can enter your home and or office through cracks and gaps in the foundation walls. Any home can have a problem. This means new homes, old homes, well-sealed drafty homes, and even homes with or without a basement. Radon may also be present in well water and soil. Testing for radon is affordable and easy.
What can you do?
The good news is that GEO Environmental Services can test for Radon levels, it’s AFFORDABLE & EASY! If your test results show that your Radon level is above the EPA standard of 4.0 pCi/L, Radon Mitigation can safely and effectively reduce the Radon the levels to below EPA standards to ensure a worry free healthy living environment.
What are the testing methods available?
- Canister testing
- Minimum/Maximum test 48 – 96 hours
- Results in 2-3 days
Accreditation
- AARST-NRPP
- Residential Measurement Provider
- MHIC General Contractor #: 05-145490