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Radon


Test For Radon When Buying A Home With A Basement
By Scott Rogers • March 16, 2020 Filed In: radon
Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause cancer -- in fact, it is the second leading cause of lung cancer after cigarette smoking! Radon quickly disperses in air, reducing its danger, but if it accumulates in a basement or other living space, it can be quite problematic. As you'll see below, Rockingham County is in Zone 1 -- which means we are in an area that is likely to have high radon levels... Here's some further info from the EPA about radon... Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air you breathe. Radon typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Radon can also enter your home through well water. Your home can trap radon inside. Any home can have a radon problem. This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with or without basements. In fact, you and your family are most likely to get your greatest radiation exposure at home. That is where you spend most of your time. Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the United States is estimated to have an elevated radon level (4 pCi/L or more). Learn more about radon and real estate here. And here's the bottom line... 1. If you are buying a house with a basement, I recommend that you conduct a radon test 2. If you are selling a house and the buyer discovers radon levels above the EPA's recommended limit, I recommend that you agree to install a radon mitigation system for the buyer at your cost. Receive updates from HarrisonburgHousingToday.com via e-mail: Enter your e-mail address:
Have any questions? Contact Scott Rogers at 540-578-0102 or scott@funkhousergroup.com
Based on information from the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS® or its MLS, for the period Jan 1, 2000 through Feb 24, 2021 (unless otherwise noted).
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If You Are Buying A House With A Basement, Test It For Radon
By Scott Rogers • May 16, 2019 Filed In: buying, radon
As you can see above, Rockingham County is in Zone 1 -- which means we are in an area that is likely to have high radon levels. What is radon, and what does it mean for you? Read on, from the EPA.... Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air you breathe. Radon typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Radon can also enter your home through well water. Your home can trap radon inside. Any home can have a radon problem. This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with or without basements. In fact, you and your family are most likely to get your greatest radiation exposure at home. That is where you spend most of your time. Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the United States is estimated to have an elevated radon level (4 pCi/L or more). Learn more about radon and real estate here. Receive updates from HarrisonburgHousingToday.com via e-mail: Enter your e-mail address:
Have any questions? Contact Scott Rogers at 540-578-0102 or scott@funkhousergroup.com
Based on information from the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS® or its MLS, for the period Jan 1, 2000 through Feb 24, 2021 (unless otherwise noted).
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If you have a basement in Rockingham County, you should test for radon
By Scott Rogers • February 16, 2017 Filed In: buying, radon
As you can see above, Rockingham County is in Zone 1 -- which means we are in an area that is likely to have high radon levels. What is radon, and what does it mean for you? Read on, from the EPA.... Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air you breathe. Radon typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Radon can also enter your home through well water. Your home can trap radon inside. Any home can have a radon problem. This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with or without basements. In fact, you and your family are most likely to get your greatest radiation exposure at home. That is where you spend most of your time. Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the United States is estimated to have an elevated radon level (4 pCi/L or more). Learn more about radon and real estate here. Receive updates from HarrisonburgHousingToday.com via e-mail: Enter your e-mail address:
Have any questions? Contact Scott Rogers at 540-578-0102 or scott@funkhousergroup.com
Based on information from the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS® or its MLS, for the period Jan 1, 2000 through Feb 24, 2021 (unless otherwise noted).
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Homes with basements in and around Harrisonburg are (at least somewhat) likely to have radon
By Scott Rogers • March 22, 2016 Filed In: buying, radon
As you can see above, Rockingham County is in Zone 1 -- which means we are in an area that is likely to have high radon levels. What is radon, and what does it mean for you? Read on, from the EPA.... Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air you breathe. Radon typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Radon can also enter your home through well water. Your home can trap radon inside. Any home can have a radon problem. This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with or without basements. In fact, you and your family are most likely to get your greatest radiation exposure at home. That is where you spend most of your time. Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the United States is estimated to have an elevated radon level (4 pCi/L or more). Learn more about radon and real estate here. If you are buying a home with a basement, I would recommend that you consider a radon test as a part of your home inspection process. Receive updates from HarrisonburgHousingToday.com via e-mail: Enter your e-mail address:
Have any questions? Contact Scott Rogers at 540-578-0102 or scott@funkhousergroup.com
Based on information from the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS® or its MLS, for the period Jan 1, 2000 through Feb 24, 2021 (unless otherwise noted).
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The Shenandoah Valley is in ZONE 1 for Radon
By Scott Rogers • May 21, 2015 Filed In: buying, radon
As you can see above, Rockingham County is in Zone 1 -- which means we are in an area that is likely to have high radon levels. What is radon, and what does it mean for you? Read on, from the EPA.... Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air you breathe. Radon typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Radon can also enter your home through well water. Your home can trap radon inside. Any home can have a radon problem. This means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with or without basements. In fact, you and your family are most likely to get your greatest radiation exposure at home. That is where you spend most of your time. Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the United States is estimated to have an elevated radon level (4 pCi/L or more). Learn more about radon and real estate here. If you are buying a home with a basement, I would recommend that you consider a radon test as a part of your home inspection process. Receive updates from HarrisonburgHousingToday.com via e-mail: Enter your e-mail address:
Have any questions? Contact Scott Rogers at 540-578-0102 or scott@funkhousergroup.com
Based on information from the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS® or its MLS, for the period Jan 1, 2000 through Feb 24, 2021 (unless otherwise noted).
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Understanding Radon
By Scott Rogers • May 6, 2014 Filed In: radon
Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause cancer -- in fact, it is the second leading cause of lung cancer after cigarette smoking! Radon quickly disperses in air, reducing its danger, but if it accumulates in a basement or other living space, it can be quite problematic. One of the main sources of radon gas is from a variety of types of rock, such as granite and shale. And thus, people have begun to wonder whether granite counter tops might pose a risk! Click here to download A Citizen's Guide To Radon, a publication from the EPA on how to protect yourself and your family from Radon. Receive updates from HarrisonburgHousingToday.com via e-mail: Enter your e-mail address:
Have any questions? Contact Scott Rogers at 540-578-0102 or scott@funkhousergroup.com
Based on information from the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS® or its MLS, for the period Jan 1, 2000 through Feb 24, 2021 (unless otherwise noted).
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Scott Rogers
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Estate Group

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Test For Radon When Buying A Home With A Basement

If You Are Buying A House With A Basement, Test It For Radon

If you have a basement in Rockingham County, you should test for radon

Homes with basements in and around Harrisonburg are (at least somewhat) likely to have radon

The Shenandoah Valley is in ZONE 1 for Radon

Understanding Radon

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