Do you have a radon gas detector in your home? Have you measured your home's level of radon in the past 3 years? If not, it's time for you to go ahead and find out what might be in the air you are breathing.
Radon gas is tasteless, odorless, and colorless, and is a natural byproduct of the breakdown of uranium and radium found in the soil, rocks and in the water supply. It's relatively harmless in nature, but quite dangerous when locked into your home. It is the cause for numerous cases of lung cancer each year. It's not something you want to "take your chances on" - it is wise to make plans to get your home tested today.
Where should you find a radon gas detector? Well, you have a couple of options. You can purchase a test kit, either a short-term or a longer-term test, to test your home yourself. These are easily purchased locally, from a company that specializes in these types of tests, or you can hire a home inspector who is certified to do radon testing. Some people opt to buy a test kit first, and then follow-up with a more thorough testing from their trusted home inspector.
In any case, be certain you check out the reliability of the device, follow instructions closely for the actual testing (results can be skewed if you don't), and note any return policy.
Radon testing should be as vital as having smoke alarms installed in your home. Just as you replace batteries in your smoke alarms to keep them working optimally, realize that radon testing needs to be done every 3 years or so - even if you're living in the same place. Many factors can play into whether or not you have elevated levels of the gas in your home, so play it safe and maintain consistent testing.
In this case, what you don't see CAN hurt you. Get your home tested with a radon gas detector right away - and breathe easier in your castle.
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