Have you heard about Maine radon? If you own a home in Maine it might be something worth education yourself on. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer among people who have never smoked a day in their lives! If that hasn’t gotten your attention, one in three homes in Maine test positive for Radon above the EPA’s recommended threshold. Now that I possibly have you scared into reading further let me educate you a little on what exactly Maine radon is.
Radon is a radioactive, carcinogenic gas that naturally occurs in bedrock. It is so important to test for radon because it does not have a smell, color or taste, no matter the amount present. Radon finds its way into our homes and businesses through the foundations of building built on top of bedrock. Even homes that are built on top of slabs are not safe and homes that have no foundation can be found to have much higher levels. There are a few different ways that Maine radon can enter your home, through cracks in your foundation, gaps around utility services, sump pump holes and even your water supply.
All of this may seem scary, but luckily for us there are people like Maine Radon Pros that are knowledgeable and eager to help Mainer’s rid their homes and businesses of radon. Once you have a test done and it comes back positive, this team of pros will sit down with you and go over your options. If your building tests positive for radon there are options out there, you don’t have to move! If you have not had your home tested for Maine radon, or it’s been a couple years, contact Maine Radon Pro today and schedule a test!