Radon-Testing-Service-250Irrespective of whether you are selling a home or buying, a home inspection is always an important factor not to miss. When purchasing a residential or commercial property, the presence of Radon gas on the property can certainly catch you by surprise.

What Is Radon?

Radon is a natural element that is created by uranium decay in the soil. This radioactive material can be present in every state and can also poison a water supply near the household. Though according to the periodic table Radon is an inert gas, as the heaviest of all inert gases found naturally, it also shows radioactive properties. In many parts of the country, the natural breaking down of uranium present in the soil or the rocks produce Radon gas which then emits through the cracks in the foundation and structure of the building.

What Does All That Mean? 

Radon gas is a silent killer. It is a cancer-causing radioactive gas. You can’t taste it, smell it, or even know if it’s present without testing for it. It comes from the breakdown of Uranium in the soil. Here is a map of Ohio from the EPA website showing the radon gas levels in the state.

Map of Radon Zones in Ohio based on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) data

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Who Is At Risk?

Almost every household can be in danger when it comes to Radon exposure. Specifically, homes with crawl spaces are more prone to radon presence. Studies show that the concentrations of Radon go almost ten times higher than usual during the winters and the presence of Radon in such large quantities is dangerous for every member of the household.

You will need to consult our Radon testing Ohio specialists to find out the actual concentration of radon in your home and water supply. If the level of Radon is as high as or greater than 4 pCi/L, you need to call a skillful radon mitigation contractor to install a radon mitigation system in your home.

The quality of service they are providing is quite impressive. Their meticulous inspection helped me a lot. 100% recommended. – Review of Master Building Inspectors By Rewathi Vaishnav

What Is Columbus Ohio Radon Testing?

Columbus Ohio Radon Testing has increased over the last few years. The primary reason for this is the increase in Radon awareness.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) and the Surgeon General’s Office have estimated that Radon gas exposure causes as many as 20,000 lung cancer deaths each year. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon-induced lung cancer costs the United States over 2 billion dollars per year in both direct and indirect health care costs. (Based on National Cancer Institute statistics of 14,400 annual Radon lung cancer deaths – Oster, Colditz & Kelley, 1984) More than 15,400 deaths are caused by complications due to exposure to Radon every single year in the United States.

Our Ohio Radon Testing delivers quick and more accurate results than other testing methods.

Choose Master Building Inspectors for your Radon Inspections.

Our services come with a comprehensive report – detailing all the findings and the next steps a homeowner must do like referring an electrical issue to a registered electrician or a busted pump to a licensed plumber. All this we do to make the home inspection, buying, and selling process as smooth as possible for you. Call (937) 565-4483 Today!

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We are recommended as one of the most trusted home inspection companies in Columbus and the surrounding areas. Our licensed professionals will thoroughly evaluate all aspects of the home or property you are looking to buy.

Since 2012, Master Building Inspectors has been committed to providing home inspection services, nothing short of professional. Our onsite verbal delivery and the emailed report will be delivered following the home inspection. Our inspection report will alert you of any health, or safety issues and maintenance needs of the home you’re looking to purchase.

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