Heavier Than Air
Radon gas is dense and settles in the lowest levels of a home.
Silent Infiltration
It seeps through cracks and gaps in the foundation, making it an invisible threat.
From the Ground Up
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is released from the decay of uranium in soil and rock.
- The mean radon level found in Kansas homes between 2016 and 2019.
- 0 pCi/L
- Daily smoking that poses a lung cancer risk comparable to local radon exposure.
- 0 Cigarettes
- The approximate share of homes in Kansas testing over the EPA action level.
- 0%
The Dangers of Radon
Radon is a serious health risk that you can't see, smell, or taste.
The Leading Cause of Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers
Radon is the number one cause of lung cancer among people who have never smoked. The U.S. Surgeon General has stated that radon exposure is responsible for an estimated 21,000 lung cancer deaths every year in the United States, making it the most significant risk for non-smokers.
A Significant Risk to Smokers
For smokers, the danger of radon is even more severe. When combined with smoking, radon exposure dramatically increases the lifetime risk of developing lung cancer. The synergistic effect means the combined risk is much greater than the sum of each individual risk.
Completely Undetectable
Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive gas that's impossible to see, smell, or taste. It can enter any home through cracks in the foundation. Because it's undetectable by our senses, the only way to know if you're being exposed to dangerous levels is through professional or do-it-yourself testing.
The Risk Increases Over Time
The health damage from radon is cumulative. Prolonged exposure to elevated radon levels continuously damages the cells lining your lungs. The longer you and your family live in a home with high radon levels, the greater the lifetime risk of developing lung cancer, as the effects build up over many years.
Myths vs. Facts
Separating Misconceptions
Understanding the truth about radon is the first step toward protecting your family. Let's clear up some common myths with the facts.
- Myth Radon isn't a problem in my area.
Fact High levels of radon have been found in every state. Your neighbor's test result doesn't predict yours.- Myth My house is new, so it can't have a radon problem.
Fact The age of a home doesn't determine its radon level. New homes can have just as high, or even higher, levels.- Myth My neighbor's home tested low, so mine is fine.
Fact Radon levels vary from house to house. The only way to know your home's level is to test.- Myth A home without a basement won't have a problem.
Fact Any home in contact with the ground can have a radon problem, including slab-on-grade homes.
Fortunately,
Mitigation is Easy and Effective.
The good news is that you can protect your family. Reducing high radon levels is a straightforward process, and modern mitigation systems are highly effective at making your home safe. The first and most critical step is to know your numbers. Schedule your test today!