How Does Radon Get Into Your Home?


Radon comes from the natural decay of uranium that is found in nearly all soils. It moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks in the foundation. Your home traps Radon inside. Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes has elevated Radon. Any home may have a Radon problem. This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with or without basements. Radon gets in through:

  • Cracks in solid floors
  • Construction joints
  • Cracks in walls
  • Gaps in suspended floors
  • Gaps around service pipes
  • Cavities inside walls
  • The water supply

Bonsai will decide the best methodology to remediate high levels of Radon and provide you with Radon Remediation solution.

 

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