Surgeon General of the United States Health Advisory
"Indoor radon gas is a national health problem. Radon causes thousands of deaths each year. Millions of homes have elevated radon levels. Most homes should be tested for radon. When elevated levels are confirmed, the problem should be corrected."

 

 

What is Radon?

Radon is a radioactive gas, that you can't see, touch, taste, or smell.

It comes from the natural breakdown of Uranium in rock, soil, and water and gets into the air we breathe.

  • Radon is classified as a "group A carcinogen" (causes cancer). Second leading cause of ling cancer in the U.S., 14,000-22,000 deaths per year.
  • 1 in 15 homes nationwide have elevated levels (above 4 pCi/L).
  • The average outdoor level is 0.4 pCi/L.
  • The average indoor level is estimated to be 1.3 pCi/L.
  • According to the E.P.A. anything greater than 4 pCi/L should be fixed.
  • What is the level in your home?
  • The only way to know is to test. Call us today to schedule a test for your home.

 

 

 

How does Radon enter the home?

Radon typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Radon can also enter your home through well water. Your home can trap radon inside. Any home can have a radon problem.

 

How does Holmes Inspections, LLC test for Radon?

We use the latest in radon gas testing technology, the continuous radon monitor (CRM). Call today to find out more about how to make your home safer.

 

We use an active radon testing device which requires power to function. They continuously measure and record the amount of radon or its decay products in the air. Although these tests may cost more, they may ensure a more reliable result.
 

Radon In Michigan

 

As you can see from the map there are nine counties in the southern part of the state that are classified a zone one by E.P.A. guidelines. Zone one has the highest potential for elevated levels of Radon.

United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) map of Michigan.

 
Quick links

AARST web site; http://www.aarst.org .

NEHA-NRPP; http://www.neha-nrpp.org .

Cancer Survivors Against Radon; http://www.cansar.org .

EPA web site; http://www.epa.gov/iaq/radon