Risks of Radon in your Greater Portland Home

Radon is estimated to cause many thousands of deaths each year. That's because when you breathe air containing radon, you can get lung cancer. In fact, the Surgeon General has warned that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States today. Only smoking causes more lung cancer deaths. If you smoke and your home has high radon levels, your risk of lung cancer is especially high.

Radon comes from the natural (radioactive) breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air you breathe. Radon can be found all over the U.S. It can get into any type of building - homes, offices, and schools - and result in a high indoor radon level. But you and your family are most likely to get your greatest exposure at home, where you spend most of your time.

John's Waterproofing can test for radon gas levels in your home and if they are above the recommended levels, we can customize a radon mitigation system to fix the problem. With input from you, a mitigation system can be designed and installed to effectively bring home radon gas down to a safe level. We serve the Oregon area, including Portland, Eugene, Salem, Beaverton OR, Vancouver WA and nearby.

The Many Ways Radon Can Enter Your Home

Don't wait to make your home a healthier, safer environment! Call 1-503-873-5650 or contact us today to schedule a radon test or receive a free radon mitigation system estimate today!

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