Radon Gas in Derbyshire
Radon Protection UK are often carrying out radon surveys in Derbyshire and installing radon sumps in Derbyshire.
We offer radon testing and solutions for reducing radon gas in Derbyshire. Radon can not be seen, smelt or touched but is responsible for over 1,100 deaths from lung cancer, which is only behind smoking.
Radon Testing in Derbyshire
From the radon map, on our website - there are high concentration levels of radon in and around the Derbyshire area. However; the only accurate way to know if you have radon in the property or workplace, is to purchase a radon test kit or or one of our radon detectors online.
There are options for short term screenings normally used by someone who is looking to sell or purchase a property and needs quick results. Then the verified 3 month radon test kit which provides more accurate / verified readings, which is what we would always recommend.
Placement Of the Radon Detectors
The detectors should be placed both in the living room or the bedroom of the property, which means one should be on the ground and one of the first floor.
The reason for doing this is that these are normally the areas where you spend the most time in. If it is a commercial building then the detectors should be placed in other areas of the property.
Types of Radon Mitigation in Derbyshire
Once the results from your radon testing have been received, if levels are elevated, then Radon Protection UK can attend. We provide a survey of your property and following this, a quotation for mitigation to be installed.
The two remediation systems used are radon sumps and positive pressure systems.
A radon sump:
A radon fan / pump is installed on the outside of the property and the pipework is installed beneath the property. This where the radon is most prominent. The radon is collected from the pipework and the fan will then ensure the gas is safely pumped away from the property.
Positive pressure system:
A positive pressure system is a form of radon reduction that works with the installation of a fan system. The positive pressure system uses the cleaning air from outside of the property and then dispersing the air throughout the property.
Health Risks From Radon Gas
There are health risks that you may or may not be aware of associated with radon gas. Even if you can not smell, see or touch radon gas can have a major impact on your health.
Radon is the second leading cause of cancer and this is due to the direct impact of radon gas in their home or workplace. With Derbyshire being one of the areas where radon is more likely to be found, then make sure you have a radon gas test carried out.
Buying A Radon Test Kit
A radon test kit online via our Radon Shop. If you are purchasing a property in the Derbyshire area then a 10 day radon detector or for more accurate results then order a 3 month detector.
If you would like more information from Radon Protection UK, then please get in touch on 0800 978 8435.
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