Radon Downingtown, PA 19335
Radon Testing and Radon Remediation in Downingtown
Downingtown’s origins are of a small village located midway between Philadelphia and Lancaster. The village was first known as Milltown since it was the location of the last mills on the edge of the unsettled western frontier.
Radon is a radioactive gas that results from the natural breakdown of uranium found in trace amounts in soil, rock, and water. Radon is the main source of our exposure to all radiation. The US Surgeon General and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have determined that radon is second only to smoking as a leading cause of lung cancer. Testing for Radon is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon.
Downingtown’s rich history is readily apparent to the resident and visitors alike as they travel along East Lancaster Avenue where numerous historic structures line the street. The East Lancaster Avenue Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 and there are 20 historic structures within the district. Even if you’re not aware of it, radon is prevalent in Downingtown.
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If You Live in Downingtown, Radon is in your home
Scientific analysis of radon levels in homes in Downingtown and many other Pennsylvania cities have found that 10% or more of homes contain dangerous levels of radon. Radon is a naturally occurring gas that can be removed from the house though radon mitigation.
Radon Radioactive Gas Kills
On average, 20,000 Americans die each year from radon exposure. Most of the exposure happens in their own home, where radon has a chance to build up over time because it is trapped by the walls and foundation. The percentage of radon contamination in Chester County homes can be very high. Radon in Downingtown affects on average 10-40% of all homes.
For Help with Radon Testing and Radon Remediation in Downingtown
Contact a professional today about your home. Radon testing can verify that you are living in a safe environment, and if not Radon mitigation specialists can help you make your home safe for your family.
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