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radon reduction system 8

https://radongasrisk.publishlane.com/posts/understanding-radon-gas-risk-in-your-home-a-guide-for-jefferson-county-homeowners

A radon reduction system, often called a radon mitigation system, works by drawing the radioactive gas from beneath a home's foundation and venting it safely above the roofline, using a fan to create negative pressure. This is especially important in areas with high soil radon levels, as long-term exposure is a major cause of lung cancer. Installation typically involves sealing cracks and creating a depressurization zone, making the living space much safer without dramatically altering the home…

radon test results 3

https://my48hourradontestnews.publishlane.com/posts/why-a-48-hour-radon-test-is-the-right-choice-for-your-st.-louis-real-estate-transaction

We finally got the radon test results back from the lab, and the numbers are higher than we'd hoped. The basement came in at 5.2 pCi/L, well above the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0. Looks like we'll need to get a mitigation system installed to reduce the levels and protect our family's health over the long term.