Month: December 2022

Have you considered a Maine Radon test? Residents of Maine and homeowners should seriously consider having a radon test done, and Maine’s Radon Pro’s can help.

What is Radon?

Radon is a gas, it is radioactive and it can seep through bedrock, concrete, and other materials used to build foundations for homes. It is often present around bedrock, and 1 in 3 homes in Maine test positive for dangerous levels of radon. This is why it’s a very good idea to do a Maine Radon test, which you can request a quote for here. Fortunately there are affordable solutions to high radon levels.

Is Maine Radon common?

Much of the State of Maine has granite and other bedrock not far below the ground, and much of the coast of Maine is rocky. In more than 25% of Maine homes tested the levels of radon are above what’s considered “dangerous levels,” the damage to your lungs caused by this is thought to be equal to smoking two packs of cigarettes a day.

What are the health hazards?

Continued exposure to radon is thought to be the 2^nd leading cause of lung cancer, second only to cigarette smoke. It is the leading cause of lung cancer among non smokers. Maine Radon is no different from radon found elsewhere, but the levels of radon are slightly above average in Maine, meaning that it is more important to test for it here and in most northern US states.

What can you do about Radon?

The first step is to test, which is an easy process of testing air and water quality. If your home is found to have more than 4 pCi/L (picocuries per liter) of air or more than 4,000 pCi/L of water, your home should have a simple filtration system installed, which usually doesn’t take more than a day.

You can contact us here to set up a quote for a Radon test.

Reasons to test for radon:

– Building inspection revealed high levels detected

– Home is built on bedrock

– You have a finished basement with frequently used areas (gym, living space, common area/TV room)

– You are interested in staying healthy and wish to be sure you aren’t harming yourself by living where you do

If you own a home in rural Maine, chances are that you are drawing water from a well, meaning you might be in need of Maine water treatment. Luckily for you there is a company available to answer all your questions, and explain everything. The company is called Affordable Water Treatment. They offer water testing as well as solutions!

Usually water tests are done when you’re looking to buy a home or looking to sell. Although those are not the only times water testing should be done. It is recommended that you have your water tested every few years. The earth is ever changing which means that the composition of your water can change. It is also recommended that you test to see if you need Maine water treatment when you have a new well installed. There are testing kits that you can buy and do yourself, but chances are that you’ll still need a professional when your results come in.

There are a couple clues that would let you know that you should have your water tested. If you’ve noticed a rotten egg smell. Or if you’ve noticed a metallic taste in your water. These are both good signs that you might be in need of some Maine water treatment. Take the time to call Affordable Water Treatment and schedule your appointment today!