With radon levels at a high level in Santa Fe, Albuquerque and throughout New Mexico, it’s not uncommon to run across misinformation about radon in homes. From questions about the origin of radon to what types of homes are impacted and how, here are some...
Here in great state of New Mexico, we need to be more radon-conscious than most due to the elevated levels of radon in the state. An important part of being smart about radon is to be aware of some of the myths that float around...
There is often some confusion around the need to test and retest homes and offices for radon, especially for the areas around Northern New Mexico. Some folks are told that their home is safe because their neighbors tested at a low level. Others have a...
Radon Reduction Systems Work! Radon levels are much higher than the national average for homes and offices in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and other areas of Northern New Mexico. People spend more time indoors when the weather is cold or extremely warm. Testing your work and home...
You want to have your home checked for lead if it was built before then. According to the EPA: If your home was built before 1978 and you suspect it contains lead-based paint, have your home tested for lead and learn about potential lead hazards. There are...
From the American Academy of Pediatrics, we get the ultimate story of one family’s exposure: In December 1984, a construction engineer who lived in Boyertown, PA, triggered radiation monitors while entering the Limerick nuclear power plant near Philadelphia. He had not been contaminated by radioactive materials...
Radon levels in New Mexico are high and require testing Since Albuquerque is located in a part of the country that has one of the highest radon levels, it is good to know that the government is heavily involved in a campaign to protect Americans from...
The Environmental Protection Agency estimates: Radon causes over 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year.1 in 15 homes in the United States have high radon levels. When people go to visit their doctor, they usually have their physical health in the forefront of their thoughts. Doctors are generally...
Paint that has a lead base is still found in millions of homes. Most commonly, it is below more recent layers of paint. This usually isn’t a problem as long as the top layers of paint are in good condition, therefore preventing the underneath layers...
It is important to note that New Mexico has high rates of radon throughout the state, particularly in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and northern areas. Be sure to test your home and office every two years. Since radon is a naturally occurring gas that comes from the...