Radon Valley Forge, PA 19483
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Radon gas has been found in the ground of Valley Forge
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Valley Forge in Pennsylvania was the site of the camp of the American Continental Army over the winter of 1777–1778 in the American Revolutionary War.
Radon is a radioactive gas that results from the natural breakdown of uranium found in trace amounts in soil, rock, and water. Radon is the main source of our exposure to all radiation. The US Surgeon General and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have determined that radon is second only to smoking as a leading cause of lung cancer. Testing for Radon is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon.
The site of the encampment became a Pennsylvania State Park in 1893 and, on the 4th of July, 1976, it became Valley Forge National Historical Park. The modern park features historical and recreated buildings and structures; memorials; and a newly renovated visitor center, which shows a short film and has several exhibits. Even if you are not aware of it, radon is prevalent in Valley Forge.
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If You Live in Valley Forge, Radon is in your home.
Scientific analysis of radon levels in homes in Valley Forge and many other Pennsylvania cities have found that 10% or more of homes contain dangerous levels of radon. Radon is a naturally occurring gas that can be removed from the house though radon mitigation.
Radon Radioactive Gas Kills
On average, 20,000 Americans die each year from radon exposure. Most of the exposure happens in their own home, where radon has a chance to build up over time because it is trapped by the walls and foundation. The percentage of radon contamination in Bucks County homes can be very high. Radon in Valley Forge affects on average 10-40% of all homes.
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Contact a professional today about your home. Radon testing can verify that you are living in a safe environment, and if not Radon mitigation specialists can help you make your home safe for your family.
y down to the bottom of the hole. This will be done using
hangers and/or strapping, or perhaps pipe clamps (Radon has been noted as a problem in Valley Forge). The exact
manner in which hangers, strapping, and/or clamps will be
used to support the suction pipe will depend upon the configuration
of the remainder of the piping network.
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Discussion of the configuration and support of the overall
piping network is presented in Section 4.6.3 (Radon has been noted as a problem in Valley Forge). The discussion
here addresses only the immediate support of the individual
vertical suction pipe. in cases where it is not supported at the
slab penetration.
Figure 16 illustrates some alternative methods for supporting
the suction pipe in the case where the vertical suction pipe
connects to a horizontal piping run. There are two categories
considered for this case: a) the horizontal run is perpendicular
to the overhead floor joists. below the joists; and b) the
Radon
It's in your home if you live in Pennsylvania See Radon Levels for your County
Radon is a radioactive gas that results from the natural breakdown of uranium found in trace amounts in soil, rock, and water. Radon is the main source of our exposure to all radiation. The US Surgeon General and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have determined that radon is second only to smoking as a leading cause of lung cancer. Testing for Radon is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon.
Because high levels of radon have been found in every state of the United States, testing for radon and installing radon mitigation systems has become a specialized industry in the last two decades. Many states have implemented programs that affect home buying and awareness in the real estate community, however radon testing and mitigation systems are not generally mandatory unless specified by the local jurisdiction.
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