Winter is always a bit slower on our Island Shorter days and longer nights usually mean we spend more time indoors, and our homes are usually sealed tightly against the weather. It is time enjoyed with family, somewhere safe and warm. We may also be contributing to a situation none of us would intentionally do. When we seal our homes against the winter weather we could be allowing dangerous levels of Radon Gas to build up within our homes.
Winter is the best time to test for Radon Gas. Health Canada recommends a long term test of more than 90 days be done to avoid false high and low levels. Radon levels will fluctuate within your home day to day and even hour to hour.
Because Radon Gas comes from Uranium in the soil, it will always be present at some level where Uranium exists. The only way to protect your family is to test your home. Many homes have very low levels and may not require any corrective actions. Some however will have elevated levels and will require some form of mitigation. Without testing you can't know how safe your home is.
Testing is easy and inexpensive. Think of it as peace of mind. That is priceless !
Winter is the best time to test for Radon Gas. Health Canada recommends a long term test of more than 90 days be done to avoid false high and low levels. Radon levels will fluctuate within your home day to day and even hour to hour.
Because Radon Gas comes from Uranium in the soil, it will always be present at some level where Uranium exists. The only way to protect your family is to test your home. Many homes have very low levels and may not require any corrective actions. Some however will have elevated levels and will require some form of mitigation. Without testing you can't know how safe your home is.
Testing is easy and inexpensive. Think of it as peace of mind. That is priceless !
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