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Decreasing the Hazards of Radon
| Many homeowners do not understand what radon is—and how dangerous it can be. Radon is a radioactive gas, colorless and odorless, and forms when radium decays. The gas occurs naturally, but is harmful to your health. Potentially it can become a dangerous problem. Radon is found throughout the United States. It harmlessly diffuses through outdoor air. “Inside a home or other structure, elevated levels can be harmful and even cause health problems,” says Steven B. Gross, PE, Director of Marketing and Product Development at CertainTeed Corporation in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. CertainTeed manufactures Form-A-Drain, a residential foundation system that serves a dual purpose, meeting the structure’s needs for a foundation, but also creating an opportunity to reduce radon. |
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