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This is a good website.
As others have noted, there's variation from one house to another, but this at least gives an idea about it. Wonder where they get their data (?)
This is a good website.
As others have noted, there's variation from one house to another, but this at least gives an idea about it. Wonder where they get their data (?)
It's a test lab so it's based on the samples they analyze.
I live in a house in New Hampshire (generally high Radon levels.They don't call the place the Granite State for nothing) where the foundation was dug into fragmented bedrock. I have never bothered to have the Radon level checked because the basement is well ventilated (drafty and cold in the winter) and we do not spend much time down there. I do not believer Radon is a threat to my and my wife's health.
I believe the Radon scare is part of a general anti nuclear program designed to create a population fearful of all manner of radiation. I suggest worrying about the things that are likelier to hurt you like house fires, traffic accidents and sunburn.
The threats are real, and the ability to mitigate nuclear accidents is extremely limited.
We are not talking about nuclear accidents. We are talking about the real, natural occurring radon which occurs in New Mexico as well as many other states. Exposure to radon in the home is responsible for an estimated 20,000 lung cancer deaths each year. You might want to read up on it:
I live in a house in New Hampshire (generally high Radon levels.They don't call the place the Granite State for nothing) where the foundation was dug into fragmented bedrock. I have never bothered to have the Radon level checked because the basement is well ventilated (drafty and cold in the winter) and we do not spend much time down there. I do not believer Radon is a threat to my and my wife's health.
I believe the Radon scare is part of a general anti nuclear program designed to create a population fearful of all manner of radiation. I suggest worrying about the things that are likelier to hurt you like house fires, traffic accidents and sunburn.
Interestingly, radon gas is rarely talked about in Canada, even my realtor gave me a funny look when mentioned it. Apparently the Canadian government did some random sampling in a number of cities back in the 1960s and came to the conclusion that radon is not to an issue to worry about.
In the US it seems to be a much bigger deal, possibly even break a real estate sale
I had one of my houses tested and was within normal limits, I might have my new home tested for peace of mind.
Interestingly, radon gas is rarely talked about in Canada, even my realtor gave me a funny look when mentioned it. Apparently the Canadian government did some random sampling in a number of cities back in the 1960s and came to the conclusion that radon is not to an issue to worry about.
In the US it seems to be a much bigger deal, possibly even break a real estate sale
I had one of my houses tested and was within normal limits, I might have my new home tested for peace of mind.
You can believe whatever you want. A lot has changed since the "1960s". This is what the Canadian government is saying now. From Health Canada at Radon Frequently Asked Questions - Health Canada
Quote:
Recent scientific studies have conclusively linked the risk of developing lung cancer to levels of radon found in some houses. These studies prompted the federal government to collaborate with provincial and territorial governments to review the federal radon guidelines in 2005. Following a risk assessment and a public consultation, the revised guideline was approved by the Federal Provincial Territorial Radiation Protection Committee in October 2006. Our new guideline of 200 Bq/m³ makes Canada's guidelines lower than or equal to most every other major industrialized country.
So no, it is not about "a real estate sale"
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