Many homeowners in Oswego, IL do not realize that Radon is a problem in their homes. In reality, over 50% of homes tested in Kendall County from 2003-2009 exceeded the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. 1 in 15 homes in Oswego have dangerous levels of radon.
Oswego is located in Kendall County – which has been zoned a Zone 1 (Red) Radon Risk by the EPA. Zone 1 is the highest potential to have levels of radon higher than the action level. This means homes in Oswego are predicted at a higher potential to have an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.
These zones are characterized using five factors: indoor radon measurements from the area, geology, aerial radioactivity, soil permeability & foundation types used. Even if Oswego did not sit in the “Red Zone” for radon levels, it is a good idea to test your home.
Radon is the greatest single source of radiation exposure to the general public. Still, many Oswego homeowners have never had their homes tested for radon. Since radon is invisible & odorless, the only way to detect if your home has it is to have a radon test performed. There are many different options to have your home tested, including having it tested by a licensed radon measurement company.
If your Oswego home does test high for radon, using a licensed radon mitigation company to install a radon removal system will lower your levels of radon. Trinity Electrical & Radon Mitigation is licensed with the State of Illinois, as well as registered with the Village of Oswego for radon mitigation.
Radon exposure is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers.! Oswego is a great place to live, work & play – having your home tested for radon can make it an even safer place too!
