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FAQs about Radon and Helpful Links
Where you can go for help, what you can do about it and how to protect your home.
Don't let that story about radon in Encino scare you. Here are some helpful links to learn more about radon, some frequently asked questions about it and what you can do about it if you find it in your home.
What is radon and how did it get into my house?
From the Agency of Toxic Substances & Disease Registry and U.S. Geologic Survey.
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How dangerous is it?
The latest report from the Centers of Disease Control
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How bad is it in my ZIP Code?
What do the cancer organizations say about radon?
The National Cancer Institute has an information page, as does the American Lung Association of California
How do I protect my family from radon?
Advice from the Environmental Protection Agency
How do I find someone to help?
The state Department of Public Health has a list of authorized Testers, Mitigators and Laboratories
Where can I get that $5 test?
Again, the Department of Public Health has a link to one company offering a sale.
What is the government doing, if anything?
They are doing something, and here are the agencies. Plus, L.A. County is going to be starting a radon outreach program soon.
How can I build a house that is radon-free?
The EPA has two important how-to informational guides: Model Standards and Techniques for Control of Radon in New Residential Buildings and a PDF called Building Radon Out: A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Build Radon-Resistant Homes.
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