Myth:         Scientists disagree on whether or not radon is a real problem.

Fact:           The dispute is not whether or not radon is real. Scientists are in agreement that radon causes lung cancer. The dispute is over the number of preventable lung cancer deaths every year.

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Myth:         Radon testing is difficult, time-consuming, and expensive.

Fact:           Testing is easy. You can do it yourself. Average cost to test ranges from $20-150.

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Myth:         Radon only affects homes with basements.

Fact:           Radon can be a problem on all types of buildings.

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Myth:        The test results on the home next door are a good indication as to whether or not our home/building has radon.

Fact:         Many factors play into how radon infiltrates a building. The only way to know for sure is to test.

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Radon is a radioactive gas that cannot be smelled, seen, or heard.  It moves up through the ground to the air above and into our buildings through cracks and other holes in the foundation.  Buildings then trap the radon gas inside where it can build up.

Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the US is estimated to have elevated radon levels.  Elevated levels of radon have been found in buildings in every US State.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

Start by testing.  It’s quick, easy, inexpensive, and can save the lives of your building occupants.

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Four Considerations When Purchasing an Air Purifiers:

1. Cost of replacement filters: typically filters will need cleaned or replaced every 6-12 months.
2.  Certifications:
   • The Energy Star certified purifiers are 40% more energy-efficient than standard models.
   • AHAM (Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers) Verified which provides clean air delivery rates and room size guidelines on the seal.
3. Room size: if in doubt, size up.
4. Noise: test to make sure you can live with it.

To get the most out of your Air Purifier:

1.  Clean or replace filters regularly.
2. Establish its location wisely.
3. Keep the air purifier running 24/7.

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Over the Summer Pete and Sue had the neighborhood over for a huge barbeque.  The neighbors to the east of them brought potato salad and chips.  The neighbors to the west of them brought burgers and hot dogs.  The neighbors to the north of them brought chicken and fries.  And the neighbors to the south of them brought an assortment of desserts.  Everyone had a great time.  Little did Pete and Sue know that the neighbors to the east of them would save their lives!

Pete and Sue mentioned that they were considering getting a radon test taken in their basement.

• The neighbors to the south thought it was just a waste of money . . . another thing to get homeowners to spend their hard-earned dollars.
• The neighbors to the north said that they had a relative that was diagnosed with lung cancer, and the doctor had said it was directly related to exposure to radon. They had their home tested and the radon levels were very low.
• The neighbors to the west said they too had a test done about a year ago and the levels were very low.
• The neighbors to the east said their radon test showed high levels of radon, and they had a system put in very economically. They strongly recommended that everyone have their home tested.  For a little bit of money and time, lives could be saved by testing and taking action if appropriate.

Radon is an odorless, colorless, tasteless radioactive gas that currently penetrates one out of every 15 homes in the United States.  Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in our country today.

Now it is January, Pete and Sue get up from the news to fix a drink.  When they return, they hear a commercial about January being NATIONAL RADON ACTION month.  Pete looks at Sue and says, “Let’s do it.”

Shocked to see that the radon levels in their home were extremely high, they spent a total of $1,500 to have a radon mitigation system installed.  By February, their radon levels were very low, and they had peace of mind.

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