Radon is an odorless, tasteless, and invisible radioactive gas formed naturally through the decay of soil and rock. Without the proper ventilation, radon can become trapped in indoor air, threatening the health and safety of a building’s occupants.

Residents in northwest Montana can call Big Mountain Insulators if they suspect their homes or businesses contain radon. The roofing and insulation company specializes in radon inspection, removal, and mitigation services.

If you’re not convinced a radon inspection is necessary, consider these reasons you shouldn’t ignore having your property tested:

• Testing Is Imperative: Radon doesn’t smell, can’t be seen, and has no taste, so testing is the only way to know for certain if your home contains dangerous levels, and it takes years for health symptoms to manifest. A radon inspection by a Big Mountain Insulators professional will include testing with a special monitor. It’s safe, fast, and affordable.
• Radon Is Deadly: Radon exposure is the top cause of lung cancer in non-smokers, but smokers face even greater risk if exposed to dangerous levels of radon, according to EPA.gov. Lung cancer has one of the lowest survival rates for cancer in the United States.
• Dangerous Levels Can Be Reduced: Many homeowners fear having a radon test because they believe they’ll have to move if dangerous levels are detected. If a radon inspection reveals dangerous levels in your home or business, a professional can perform radon removal and mitigation services. Certified radon mitigation specialists have specific training and tools to lower radon. As a certified radon mitigation contractor, Big Mountain Insulators can reduce radon levels by up to 99%.

Don’t risk your health or the health of others. Call Big Mountain Insulators in Whitefish, MT, at (406) 862-5446 today, or visit them online to learn more about having a radon inspection for your home or business.