January is National Radon Action Month. The aim of National Radon Action Month is to increase the public’s awareness of radon, promote radon testing and mitigation, and advance the use of radon-resistant new construction practices. So, take a moment this month to learn about the dangers of radon in the home and take action! As the trusted provider of licensed radon testing for St Paul and the surrounding areas, we are here to provide you with important information on radon and its risks.
National Radon Action Month is extremely important especially here in Minnesota. Radon is a serious public health concern in our state. The average radon level in Minnesota is more than three times higher than the U.S. radon level. This is due to our geology and how our homes are operated. Minnesota homes are also closed up most of the year, which can result in higher levels of radon. In Minnesota, more than two in five homes have radon levels that pose a significant health risk.
You can’t smell, see or taste radon, but it could be present at a dangerous level in your home. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer deaths among nonsmokers in America and claims the lives of about 21,000 Americans each year. In fact, the EPA and the U.S. Surgeon General urge all Americans to protect their health by testing their homes, schools and other buildings for radon.
Exposure to radon is a preventable health risk and testing radon levels in your home can help prevent unnecessary exposure. If a high radon level is detected in your home, you should take action and work to fix the problem to protect yourself and your family.
Take Action! Things You Can Do During National Radon Action Month:
- Test your home. By contacting the experts at AmeriSpec, you can take action and educate yourself on the radon levels in your home. Once you have the information you need, you can then plan your radon mitigation.
- Attend a National Radon Action Month event in your area. Look for radon events in your community.
- Encourage others to learn about radon and test their homes. For example, tell your family and friends about the health risk of radon. Encourage them to test their homes.
- Install radon mitigation for your home or business.
Ready to do what you can this National Radon Action Month? Schedule your radon reading today! If you want a reading that is detailed and accurate, it is important to hire professionals. We can come to your home and perform a professional and comprehensive radon test to see if this radioactive gas is a problem at your home. For licensed radon testing in the St Paul area, call AmeriSpec Home Inspection Service at 952-854-5110 or you can Contact Us.
