Gail Orcutt School Radon Safety Rule
Protecting Iowa Children from Radon Poisoning in Schools On May 19th, 2020 at the age of 67, Gail Orcutt died of lung cancer. Ms. Orcutt never smoked. This raised some red flags. She learned that radon was most likely the Read More »
How Does Rainfall Affect Radon Levels?
Why are Radon Levels Higher when it Rains? Does Rain Affect Radon Testing? Heavy rainstorms invite lower air pressure or barometric pressure around your home, causing radon gases to rise from the soil into the air at an elevated rate. Read More »
5 Radon Facts & 5 Radon Awareness Steps You Can Share With Friends & Family
How much do you really know about radon? Not much? Don’t feel bad. A 2015 American Institute for Cancer Research survey found that only 59 percent of Americans are aware that radon causes cancer. – New York Times. Why is Read More »
Is My Home Toxic? What Should I Test For?
What toxin is odorless, tasteless, invisible, and potentially deadly, and living in my house? In this article, we will cover the 4 major toxins that are potentially hiding in your home and how to test and remove them. Four Household Read More »
May is Pet Cancer Awareness Month
National Pet Cancer Awareness Month Cancer is the leading disease-related cause of death for domestic dogs and cats in the U.S., so this month, spread the word to help educate pet owners about how best to protect their furry family Read More »
Raise Your Radon IQ & Lower the Risk of High Radon Exposure
Raise Your Radon IQ We’ve built our company on facts, not fear. At Certified Radon, our primary objective is to educate you about the risks of radon and the long-term effects of prolonged radon exposure and then guide you through Read More »
Radon & Pets: How Dangerous Is Radon For Your Pets?
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How to Prepare for a Radon Test
Closed House Conditions First, congratulations on taking the first step towards making sure your home’s radon levels are in an acceptable range. Your upcoming Radon Test will require you to abide by the EPA testing standard called “Closed House Conditions.” Read More »
Does My Radon Mitigation System Need Servicing?
Is it time to have my Radon Mitigation System serviced? This is a question we get often from new homeowners who have purchased a home with an existing radon mitigation system. Most homeowners are aware they have the system but Read More »
Facts About Radon Mitigation in Your Home
Get the Facts About Radon Mitigation Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer for nonsmokers and the second leading cause of lung cancer for the general population. The Surgeon General and EPA recommend testing for radon and reducing radon Read More »