We all know that smoking, both first and secondhand smoke, are the leading causes of lung cancer in addition to a number of other ailments. What may not be as obvious is that the next leading cause of lung cancer is exposure to Radon gas.
Although naturally occurring, radon gas is radioactive as it comes from the breakdown of uranium under the soil. When this gas comes through the ground directly outside, it dissipates more quickly into the air and the risk of it affecting those passing by is very low. However, when the gas leaks from under a building, it can linger causing extended exposure.
On average, 21,000 lives are lost in the United States every year as a result of lung cancer due to radon gas exposure. Knowing that radon can linger in a home causing extended exposure, you’ll want to know how your HVAC system may impact radon levels in your home.
Does NY Have High Radon?
Thankfully, Long Island itself is not at high risk for radon exposure. That said, the majority of the landmass that makes up New York State is. Not being designated a high-risk area doesn’t mean there is no risk.
What Are the Symptoms of Radon in Your House?
Unfortunately, symptoms of radon exposure in people can take decades to develop, and by then more serious conditions such as lung cancer have already developed. That said, if you’re living in the basement level of your home (or the first floor on a slab with no basement) and your home is well-insulated with poor ventilation, you run the risk of extended radon exposure if a leak is present.
How Do you Check for Radon Levels?
You can get a radon test directly from the New York State government, which takes only minutes to conduct. Additionally, you can make sure your HVAC systems are working for your health and not against your health.
HVAC professionals can evaluate your systems and work with you on needed scheduled maintenance, sealing ductwork, how to improve ventilation and airflow, and more. This is not just helpful for radon exposure, but for allergens and other harmful particles that can contaminate the air in your home to give you and your family peace of mind.
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