Radium and uranium decay form a radioactive gas known as radon. It is undetectable by human senses, unlike some other forms of indoor pollution. Naturally occurring radon can be found in almost any type of soil or rock. Radon is prevalent in the air outside and in most homes. According to EPA estimates, 1 in 15 American houses has dangerously high radon levels.

There are three potential origins of radon in indoor air: earth gas, construction materials, and drinking water. Radon entering water from the earth poses a considerably greater threat than radon entering a home through water. There are also radon water tests available for those who are worried about the gas's possible presence in their drinking supply.

Stacked stone and granite countertops are two of the most common sources of radon in construction materials. These materials may be a contributing factor if radon concentrations are higher than 4.0 pCi/l.

Radon decays when it is enclosed in a building for an extended period of time. Radon decays into polonium 218, polonium 214, lead 214, and bismuth 214. In humans, polonium 218 and polonium 214 are the most harmful isotopes to the lungs.

The unit of measure for radon is picocurries per litre. A home's radon level must be at least 4.0 pCi/l before the EPA recommends taking action.

American Medical Association Recommendation Statement

"Breathing radon indoors for extended periods of time poses a serious health danger to people all throughout the United States. Radon is the second largest cause of lung cancer in the country. This risk can be eliminated if people are aware of it and take the necessary precautions. Radon may be tested very easily, and problems caused by it can be remedied by using standard ventilation practises." Starting in January of 2005

If you're wondering whether or not you should get your home tested for radon, the answer is unquestionably yes.

Take care of yourself and your loved ones, and don't risk anything happening to them.

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Radon - Definition, Health Effects, Origin, Region

The atomic number of radon (Rn) is 86. Just to the right of astatine, it occupies spot 6 in Group 18 of the periodic table. Radon, along with neon, helium, xenon, argon, and krypton, is classified as a Noble gas.

A radioactive gas produced when radium, thorium, and uranium decay naturally in the earth's crust. Radon is a colourless, odourless, and tasteless gas that enters the air from the soil. It may be able to dissolve into ground water and be discharged into the air during use, depending on the local geology. Radon can build up to dangerous levels in places with poor ventilation, like underground mines, increasing the likelihood that people will develop lung cancer.

Radon gas is present in the atmosphere everywhere, though the concentration varies greatly depending on regional geology. Inhaling radon is something that everyone does on a daily basis, but it is usually at very low amounts. High exposure to radon increases the likelihood of acquiring lung cancer. The maximum allowable concentration of radon in Canadian homes is 200 Bq/m3. Higher levels of Radon were found in the following Canadian locales, according to research provided by CBS News in 2014:

5.657 Bq/m3 at Armstrong Station, Ontario

For example: • Bas-Paquetville, New Brunswick (5,590 Bq/m3)

Among the highest-radioactive places in Canada is Sparwood, British Columbia (2941 Bq/m3).

Quebec's Gaspé region (2,923 Bq/m3)

2.74 Bq/m3 in Gooderham, Ontario.

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can enter a home through any opening in the foundation, flooring, or walls. Radiation from the radioactive gas radon can pollute the water supply in structures and even wells. Radon levels can become problematic even in a well-insulated and airtight home if the foundation rests on radioactively contaminated soil. The ground is normally at its highest in the basement and first levels.

When radon decays, it releases radioactive particles. When breathed in, radioactive particles kill lung epithelial cells. Long-term exposure to radon has been linked to a specific type of cancer—lung cancer. There is insufficient evidence to make a short-term prognosis.

Radon can be found in nearly every Canadian home, however the concentration varies. Either a long-term radon test kit or a licenced specialist can determine the radon level in a home. Professional radon mitigation services should be enlisted if the level is at or above 200 Bq/m3. Depressurization is a great way to prevent radon from entering your home from the ground by diverting the gas from its natural path to the outside air. With its help, the radon level in a home can be cut by almost 90%. You may improve air quality in your house by increasing airflow and blocking off any potential radon entrance sources.

Simon Indoor Air Quality offers radon testing services to determine the current radon concentration in your house, as well as ongoing monitoring and enhancement of air quality through the implementation of the most effective mitigation strategy and the addition of fresh ventilation.