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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Friday, January 04, 2008
Free Radon Test Kits
The Livingston County Health Department is giving away free radon test kits through the end of January 2008. They can be picked up at the County's East Annex at 2300 E. Grand River, at Chilson.
Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause lung cancer. It is estimated to be present in one of every five homes in Livingston County. Radon gas accumulates in the lower level of the home (basement) and enters via cracks in the foundation or the sump. It can also be found in homes built on a slab, and is easily remediated by qualified firms.
All homes should be tested for radon, especially if you spend significant time in the basement. January is National Radon Action Month.
For more information please check this link to the Indoor Air Quality section of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) web site, this page at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and to the Livingston County Health Department web site.
Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause lung cancer. It is estimated to be present in one of every five homes in Livingston County. Radon gas accumulates in the lower level of the home (basement) and enters via cracks in the foundation or the sump. It can also be found in homes built on a slab, and is easily remediated by qualified firms.
All homes should be tested for radon, especially if you spend significant time in the basement. January is National Radon Action Month.
For more information please check this link to the Indoor Air Quality section of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) web site, this page at the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and to the Livingston County Health Department web site.
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