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Does Your Home Have Dangerous Levels of Radon Gas?

I have a basement workshop, and I’ve heard I should check the space for radon. Should I be worried about this gas?

Radon is a radioactive gas that forms when the Earth’s crust traps gas from the atmosphere. According to government analysis, radon can be found in every home, to some extent. What matters is how much radon is in your house. Some geographical regions have radon-laden soil and rocks, and this can

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