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RADON TESTING WITH NORTH CAROLINA HOME INSPECTIONS BY A STATE CERTIFIED NORTH CAROLINA HOME INSPECTORS. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA / NC LICENSED ASHI, NACHI CERTIFIED, NORTH CAROLINA INSPECTOR,  HOME INSPECTION SERVICES FOR COUNTIES ALAMANCE, CHATHAM, JOHNSTON, LEE, ORANGE, WAKE. TOWNS AND SURROUNDING AREAS APEX, CARY, CHAPEL HILL, DURHAM, HILLSBOROUGH, RALEIGH. CERTIFIED PLUS NORTH CAROLINA HOME INSPECTIONS   PRICES STARTING AT $199 ON SITE WRITTEN REPORT MONEY BACK GUARANTEE! FREE! TEST OF ALL APPLIANCES RADON GAS TESTING BUYER BEWARE, YOU COULD BE BUYING AN EXPENSIVE HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEM BY NOT TESTING FOR RADON WHAT EXACTLY IS RADON? The following is a quote from an E P A article describing radon, "Radon is a radioactive gas. It comes from the natural decay of uranium and is found in nearly all soils. It typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Your home traps radon gas inside, where it can build up. Any home may have a radon problem. This means new and old homes, well sealed and drafty homes with or without basements." www.epa.gov/radon/pubs/citguide.html RADON AND HOMES SALES More and more buyers are having a radon test conducted on the home they are purchasing for a couple of very good reasons: (a) To protect the family against Radon related health problems and (b) to protect oneself financially if radon is discovered. HOW DANGEROUS IS RADON TO ONE'S HEALTH? The following is a report on the health effects of exposure to indoor Radon. "The National Academy of Science ( NAS ) on Thursday, February 19,1998, announced the findings of its Biological effects of ionizing Radiation (BEIR ) V1 Report." The health effects of exposure to indoor Radon. This report by the NSA is the most definite accumulation of scientific data on indoor Radon. The report confirms that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States and that it is a serious health problem. The study fully supports EPA estimates that Radon causes about 15,000 lung cancer deaths per year. www.nsc.org/issues/radon/beirreport.htm FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT RADON CAN A RADON PROBLEM BE FIXED? Yes, a radon problem can be corrected with a venting system. Today it's quite common to find a radon venting system installed in brand new house just in case there is radon problem with the rock and soil underneath the foundation. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO FIX A RADON PROBLEM? From this author experience, to install a venting system in the average house cost between $1,500 and $2,500 dollars. Note, this is an average, there are always circumstances and exceptions that may be more expensive to correct. DOES THE HOUSE LOSE VALUE IF IT HAS A RADON SYSTEM INSTALLED? Radon venting systems are so common today it appears to have little or no effect on the value of the dwelling. As a buyer, I wouldn't terminate the purchase of a good house because it has a radon problem. However, I would want the seller to correct the problem before closing by installing the radon venting system. OTHER INFORMATIONAL SITES ABOUT RADON NC RADON PROGRAM - Frequently asked questions about radon www.ncradon.org/FAQ.htm RADON AND REAL ESTATE - Revised home buyers and sellers guide to radon www.epa.gov/radon/realestate.html NATIONAL RADON SAFETY BOARD - State and federal program information www.nrsb.org/ U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY - Radon frequently asked questions www.epa.gov/radon/radonqal.html   Licensed North Carolina Home Inspector Serving: Alamance County, Chatham County, Johnston County, Lee County, Orange County, Wake County. Towns and surrounding areas for Apex, Cary, Chapel Hill, Durham, Hillsborough, and Raleigh. 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