The Connection Between Radon in Water and Air Quality in Your Home
Did you know that radon isn’t just a threat in the air? It can also be lurking in your water supply. At Radon Systems LLC, we’re committed to helping homeowners understand the potential dangers of radon both in the air and in your water, and how they’re interconnected.
So, What’s the Connection Between Radon in Water and Air Quality?
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can enter your home through both water and soil. While many people are aware of radon in the air, fewer realize that radon can also be present in groundwater, especially in areas with high levels of radon in the soil.
Here’s how radon in water can impact your home’s air quality:
- Water-to-Air Transfer: When you use water in your home—whether it’s for showering, cooking, or washing dishes—radon can be released from the water into the air. The agitation from activities like showering, boiling water, or running water down the drain can cause radon to volatilize (evaporate) and enter your indoor air.
- Increased Exposure to Radon: As radon is released into the air, it can lead to prolonged exposure, which increases your risk of developing health issues like lung cancer, particularly if radon levels are elevated in both your water and air. Long-term exposure to radon is a leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers.
- Potential Synergy Between Water and Air Quality: When radon enters both the water and the air in your home, it creates a dual exposure risk, amplifying the overall health threat. If left untreated, radon in both your water and air can significantly impact your overall indoor air quality.
How to Protect Your Home:
- Testing for Radon: The first step is to test your water and air for radon levels. Radon testing kits are available for both water and air that can help you determine if your home is at risk.
- Mitigation Systems: If elevated radon levels are detected in either your air or water, installing a radon mitigation system is key to ensuring a safe environment. Air mitigation systems reduce radon concentrations in your home’s air, while water mitigation systems help remove radon from your water supply, preventing it from entering your home through faucets, showers, and drains.
- Act Early: If you’re building a new home or moving to a new area, it’s always a good idea to have your home tested for both air and water radon. Prevention is the best way to safeguard your family’s health.
Get the Right Solutions for Your Home:
At Radon Systems LLC, we specialize in radon mitigation for both air and water. Our expert team can assess your home’s radon levels and install the necessary systems to keep your family safe and your air clean.
