UK Radon Association

The UK Radon Association is the focal point for professionals involved in radon testing & remediation and members of the public wanting practical advice

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Positive pressure introduction is an alternative method of preventing radon buildup. A special fan is installed, drawing clean air into the property and dispersing it to a very gentle pressure. This inhibits radon from being ‘sucked’ inside from the soil. #radonaware

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A radon sump is an effective option when it comes to radon mitigation. It works by creating a void under the building, which becomes its lowest point of pressure. Gas is drawn to the void, and on reaching it, can be safely vented away. #radonaware

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#radon #radonaware #homesafety

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Whether you’re a Sunday jogger or a professional athlete - protect your lungs’ health by radon-testing your home. Long-term exposure to high levels can be dangerous, without you being aware it’s even happening. Test today for peace of mind - and body.

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If your home is large, has a basement, or has had extensions built at different points in time, it's a good idea to invest in more than two detectors, in order to build a more comprehensive picture of the radon level inside.

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Which room? Radon testing kits should be placed in your home’s main living areas and at least one bedroom. This helps to pinpoint concentration levels in the areas of your home that are occupied the most often.

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It's something of a myth that you'll only find radon gas in older or badly-maintained properties.

In reality, it can affect buildings of any size, type or age.

In the average-sized home, two detectors are usually sufficient to obtain an accurate level measurement. #radonaware

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Radon number crunching:

Atomic number: 86
Atomic radius: 230pm
Atomic weight: [222]
Melting point: -71°C
Boiling point: -62°C
Causes Of Lung Cancer leaderboard position: 2
Causes Of Preventable Deaths in the UK leaderboard position: 3
Cause of UK Deaths p/a: 1100
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Concerned about the likely radon level in your area?

Visit https://t.co/Y4sTTnCwzk to find it.

Home testing is a simple process for which kits are widely available online, or from the UK Health Security Agency. #radonaware

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You might not have heard of radon gas. We can guarantee you won’t have seen, smelled or tasted it either.

So what is it? Where does it come from, and why is it important?

Today marks the start of UK Radon Awareness Week 2024. Follow the hashtag #radonaware for all the facts.

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Radon is hitting the headlines again as an employer is being investigated by @H_S_E over steps taken to protect staff and other building users from radon exposure. UKRA Chair Maria Dugdale was pleased to be interviewed for an unbiased, expert opinion.

https://t.co/1jXpq2ZDaK

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UK Radon Association Chair, Dr Maria Dugdale, has been speaking about #radon at the @SRP_UK #SRP2024 Conference in Eastbourne today