Understanding HUD’s Radon Policy for Federally Assisted Housing
Protecting Tenants from Radon in HUD-Funded Housing Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas that can accumulate in buildings and pose serious health risks, including lung cancer. Given the potential dangers, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has established radon testing and mitigation requirements for federally assisted…
Radon & Renter Rights: What Illinois Tenants Need to Know
Protecting Your Health in a Rental Property When most people think about renting an apartment or home, they focus on rent prices, lease agreements, and amenities. However, one often-overlooked issue that can have serious health consequences is radon exposure. If you’re a renter in Illinois, it’s essential to understand how…
Radon Mitigation System Maintenance: What You Need to Know
Understanding Radon Mitigation System Maintenance for Properties in Illinois. Maintaining your radon mitigation system is not just about prolonging the life of your equipment—it’s about ensuring the continued safety and health of everyone in your home or building. Radon mitigation system maintenance is essential to keeping harmful radon levels at…
How Long Does it Take for Radon Mitigation Systems to Work?
The Timeline of Radon Mitigation: How Long Does Radon Mitigation After discovering elevated radon levels in your home, the immediate question on your mind is likely, “How long does radon mitigation take to make my home safe?” Radon mitigation systems start working almost immediately, reducing dangerous radon gas levels within…
If My Neighbor Has Radon in Their Home, Should I Be Concerned?
Should You Worry If Your Neighbor Has Radon? Understanding Radon Mitigation in Illinois. Imagine you see a truck parked in front of your neighbor’s house. Curious, you know the truck’s side sign that says “Radon Mitigation.” That’s right—your neighbor’s home has tested high for radon gas levels… Your next thought…