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Even though we consider ourselves an authority when it comes to delivering information and resources about the deadly gas radon, we understand that it’s smarter to browse resources across multiple channels. In order to make sure information is correct it makes more sense to compare it across a wide group of sources. That’s why, today we’ve decided to share with you additional resources including places where you can learn more about radon and its associated dangers. Some of the resources listed are, in fact, where we get a lot of our own information from.
Additional Radon Resources and Contacts in the U.S.
- 1-800-426-4791: Hotline that provides information on radon in water, testing and treatment solutions, and more.
The following list of numbers and contacts are manned by the Kansas State University in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. You can also visit their website at SOS Radon for more information.
- 1-800-SOSRADON (1-800-767-7236): Purchase radon testing kits over the phone.
- 1-800-55RADON (1-800-557-2366): Live help for radon related questions.
- 1-800-644-6999: Hotline that provides information about fixing radon problems, such as reducing elevated levels in a residence.
National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP)
Toll Free: (800) 269-4174 or (828) 890-4117
Fax: (828) 890-4161
Website: www.nrpp.info
Email: [email protected]
National Radon Safety Board (NRSB)
Website: www.nrsb.org
Call: (866) 329-3474
Fax: (914) 345-1169
Email: [email protected]
Additional Radon Resources and Contacts in Canada
Radiation Health Assessment Division
Radiation Protection Bureau
Health Canada
775 Brookfield Road
A.L. 6302D
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 1C1
E-mail: [email protected]
Telephone: 613-946-6384 or 613-948-3232
Teletypewriter: 1-800-465-7735 (Service Canada)
Additional Radon Resources and Contacts in Europe
European Radon Association
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Even More Information Here at Radon Resources
Of course, on top of all the sources listed here Radon Resources is an excellent place to find more information on radon and its associated dangers. Whether you’re looking for information in mitigation, testing or real estate we’ve got plenty of content.
Another great resource for US residents is the dedicated radon channel over at the Environmental Protection Agency website.
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer all across the world. In the US it is responsible for claiming more than 20,000 lives each year. One of the biggest problems with it is that there are no short term exposure symptoms. Even worse, the gas is odorless, colorless and tasteless which means the only way to discover its presence is to test specifically for it.
Most homeowners spend decades in a home with polluted air. Radon seeps into a home through cracks in the foundation, walls and floors and can be a problem anywhere. It doesn’t matter if the home is new or old, you can still have problems with radon. That said, newer homes are developed using radon resistant construction techniques although that’s no guarantee radon won’t seep inside.
The more people know about radon, the more lives we can save. Get the word out there about the problem and feel free to share these contacts with anyone who’s interested.
