Radon Gas contained within the soil is the main cause of radon buildup within your home. This is because the air pressure inside your home is typically lower than the air pressure in the soil outside your home. This difference in air pressure creates a vacuum inside your home pulling the Radon Gas from the soil outside.
During the winter time the ground freezes around your home allowing less gas to escape through the soil into the air. This is one main reason why radon levels can be higher within your home during the winter time. With higher levels within your home, and people spending more time indoors during the winter months (with windows and doors closed) the exposure to the cancer causing gas is greater. Therefore it's paramount to have your home tested before the winter months and assure your home's Radon levels are safe.
In fact, homes without a Radon System should be tested every
five years at a minimum. Homes with a Radon System should be tested every
two years (EPA) recommended. Soil conditions can change around your
home. Radon levels fluctuate. The only way to be sure of what you
and your family are breathing in is to have a Radon Test performed
by a Certified
Radon Professional.
