
Maine CDC Data Shows What Towns Are at Higher Risk For Radon in the Air
Your home could be one of many in Maine with a radon problem and you wouldn't even know it. You can't see, smell, or feel radon, but it could be lurking in your home and could be a danger to you and your family.
What is Radon?
Radon is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that you might be inhaling and not know it. Radon is radioactive and enters your home from underground, through cracks and openings in your foundation, walls, and floors. With too much exposure to radon, you could develop lung cancer or other illnesses.
What Areas of Maine Are at Risk for High Radon Levels?
The above map shows the areas of Maine where test results have detected radon, but it can be found everywhere in Maine. If you live in one of these areas, you should be aware of the danger.
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What Do You Do if You Have High Levels of Radon?
The EPA recommends taking action to reduce radon levels if they are at or above 4 pCi/L. How do you know what your level is? Call a professional to get a radon test. That's what we did when we bought our house. The test showed elevated levels of radon, so we had a radon reduction system installed.
It's a giant vacuum that pulls radon from the ground and sends it up through a pipe to disperse it outside and away from your home.
If you'd like to have your home tested for radon, the Maine Division of Environmental and Community Health has a list of all companies that are registered with the state for radon testing. If you have any doubts about radon in your home, get a test.
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