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1-800-NO-RADON
Radon: A Serious Problem in West Virginia.
304-906-4995 304-932-0274
SWAT Environmental is West Virginia's Leading
Installer of Radon Reduction Systems.
We take pride in designing effective, affordable systems to remove radioactive gasses (radon) from West Virginia houses, offices, schools, condominiums, warehouses, workplaces, and many other structures. We service all of The Mountain State, so call us today for a free, no-obligation estimate for a radon mitigation system.
1-800-NO-RADON
304-906-4995 304-932-0274
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Radon Mitigation in West Virginia In this article, we assess the risk of radon gas to citizens of the state of West Virginia. These days, it's common knowledge in West Virginia that smoking is bad for you. When people think of smoking, they think of lung cancer. The basic reason for it comes down to the fact that one is breathing in carcinogenic gas on a frequent basis. It's no wonder that would lead to vastly increased chances of developing lung cancer. What many West Virginia people don't know is that they may be breathing in a similar gas even if they're not a smoker. This gas is called radon, and it's the second most common cause of lung cancer in The Mountain State. |
What’s worse, it's totally invisible and has no scent or pigment. There's a multitude of people all over the country, including West Virginia, who are breathing it in every day without knowing it. That's one of the reasons why radon testing is so important. One can usually acquire a radon testing kit fairly easily right here in West Virginia. However, this should only be considered a preliminary measurement. If the results are positive, it's best to then call in the experts for further testing. They'll have more sensitive equipment. The experts will also understand which conditions might interfere with test results based on West Virginia and Federal guidelines. |
If they confirm the presence of radon, the next step will be to determine where it originates and penetrates into the West Virginia dwelling. In The Mountain State, radon will typically originate within the soil and migrate into the structure via the foundation voids. Radon occurs as a natural part of the West Virginia environment. When one's outside, it's dispersed enough that there's no danger. However, buildings and especially basements can essentially “vacuum draw” concentrated radon inward. The difference in air pressure will essentially create a radon propelling vacuum within the envelope of the West Virginia building. This can create very alarming radon levels at a very rapid rate. |
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Free Estimate for Radon Mitigation Cost in West Virginia
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