Atlanta home inspector, David Lelak, owner and Inspector of IHI home inspections, shares some more great information about radon gas, radon testing, radon heath risk and radon mitigation. The below came from the EPA’s website:
Exposure to Radon Causes Lung Cancer In Non-smokers and Smokers Alike
Lung cancer kills thousands of Americans every year. The untimely deaths of Peter Jennings and Dana Reeve have raised public awareness about lung cancer, especially among people who have never smoked. Smoking, radon, and secondhand smoke are the leading causes of lung cancer. Although lung cancer can be treated, the survival rate is one of the lowest for those with cancer. From the time of diagnosis, between 11 and 15 percent of those afflicted will live beyond five years, depending upon demographic factors. In many cases lung cancer can be prevented; this is especially true for radon.
*Radon is estimated to cause between 15,000 and 22,000 deaths per year, according to the National Academy of Sciences 1998 data. The number of deaths from other causes are actuarial data taken from 2000 National Safety Council Reports
So, who should you call to schedule Your Radon Test? There’s only one choice to ensure that you get The Peace of Mind you’re looking for…that’s IHI Home Inspection services. We provide a continous 48 hour radon test. Our machines are calibrated and tested to make sure you get accurate results. Call today 404-788-2581 to schedule your radon test in the following areas, Alpharetta, Roswell, Cumming, Woodstock and Canton.
Jodi Smith says
Great information. Thank you!!!