Radon is an odorless and colorless radioactive gas. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. It enters through cracks in basement or slab floors, sump pump openings and crawlspaces and can become concentrated enough to surpass safe levels. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) estimates that 40% of Livingston County homes have elevated radon levels.
The good news is that it is easy to test for and not so hard to get rid of, either. This month (right through 1/31/16) the Livingston County Department of Public Health (LCDPH) is offering free short-term testing kits, You can pick them up at the Environmental Health Division office, 2300 East Grand River, Howell 48843, corner of Chilson and Grand River. If you live in a county other than Livingston, call your local public health department to see if they're offering free kits this month, too. If not, you can buy radon test kits at most hardware and home improvement stores.
When I work with home buyers, I always strongly recommend that they have a radon inspection, especially if the house has a finished basement. Take advantage of this great offer from the LCDPH and get your kit for free. For more info about radon, go to www.Michigan.gov/deqradon.
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