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Radon in basement is a serious concern because this invisible, odorless gas can seep through cracks in the foundation from the soil below. It's a natural byproduct of uranium decay, and without proper testing, you might never know it's accumulating. Long-term exposure is linked to lung cancer, so it's smart to test your basement level, especially if you use it as a living space or bedroom. Mitigation systems can vent the gas outside, creating a safer indoor environment for your family.

radon pipe leak 4

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A slow leak from a radon pipe can turn a basement into a health hazard without any smell or color to warn you. I discovered mine when a routine radon test came back high and the mitigation system’s fan seemed to be running nonstop. The leak wasn’t dramatic—just a tiny crack in the PVC where it passed through the foundation. It took a simple epoxy patch and a new gasket to stop the invisible gas from seeping into the living space above.

radon test st louis 4

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We recently tested for radon in our St. Louis basement before finishing the space. I joined a neighbor's program and picked up a simple charcoal canister from the county health department. After leaving it for four days, we sent it to a lab. The results came back okay, but it was such a relief to know for sure.