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Radon
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Steve Hall is certified for radon measurement by the National Environmental Health Assoc., National Radon Proficiency Program (NEHA NRPP), standard and analytical services. This means Steve is trained and certified to measure and report on radon levels in residences. To verify, see www.radongas.org, click the "Measurement" link, listed under Virginia / Blacksburg, ID number 103161 RT.
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, after smoking. The U.S. Environmental Protecting Agency (EPA) and the Surgeon General strongly recommend taking further action when the home's radon test results are 4.0 pCi/l (picocuries per liter of air) or greater. Radon levels less than 4.0 pCi/l still pose some risk and in many cases may be reduced. The national average indoor radon level is about 1.3 pCi/l while outdoor radon levels average 0.4 pCi/l. The higher a home's radon level, the greater the health risk to you and your family. Smokers and former smokers are at especially high risk. EPA recommends that you use an EPA or State-approved contractor trained to fix radon problems. You can call your state radon office to obtain information, including a list of EPA or State-approved radon contractors who can fix or can help you develop a plan for fixing the radon problem.
For more information about radon via the Internet, browse to the 'Links' section, where you'll find numerous resources of information on the World Wide Web.
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