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What is Radon gas?
Radon gas is a radioactive gas that is
colourless and tasteless.
Radon gas is formed by
the breakdown of Uranium, a natural radioactive material found in soil, rock and
ground water. The only known health risk associated with exposure to Radon gas
is an increased risk of developing lung cancer. This risk is directly related to
Radon levels in an inhabited environment. The current Health Canada guidelines
suggest levels not over 200Bq/cubic meter.
Radon Gas can enter your home through
exposed soil or rock in a crawlspace, cracks or flaws in foundation walls or floor
slab, utility penetration and support posts, floor drains, sumps, floor or wall joints, unclosed voids at top of exterior
or interior block walls, pores
in the face of blocks, or missing mortar between blocks - for a few examples.
Have your home tested for Radon gas.
We will need 6-8 days to complete an accurate Radon gas test. The test we
conduct is recognized by the National Environmental Health Association and the
National Radon Safety Board. After collecting Radon test kits, we will receive
the results within 4-6 days.
For more information about Radon gas please contact or visit:
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Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
700 Montreal Rd. Ottawa, ON.
K1A 0P7
Phone: 1-800-668-2642
Fax: 613-748-2016
Website: www.cmhc.ca |
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Radon Gas
