Eight things you won't find on most inspection checklists are: termites, radon gas, fireplaces and chimneys, roof, asbestos/lead paint, mold, air/water quality, and insulation. You might want to check out with a specialist....[Read More]

Date Published: 07/07/2008

David Garrett did not know what radon was until a friend at the health department suggested that he pick up a free radon testing kit. "I hung it up right away," the Springfield Twp. resident said, adding that he was shocked when he received the...[Read More]

Date Published: 09/27/2007

Sleek, smooth granite counters pose little cancer-causing risk to homeowners looking to upgrade their kitchens, according to experts. State officials maintain â€" and tests confirm â€" the counters give off little of the radioactive gas....[Read More]

Date Published: 09/02/2008

In conjunction with National Radon Action Month, the North Carolina Radon Program is distributing 3,000 radon test kits at no charge this month. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is invisible, odorless and tasteless. It is released...[Read More]

Date Published: 01/14/2020

In conjunction with National Radon Action Month, the North Carolina Radon Program will distribute 3,000 radon test kits at no charge this month. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is invisible, odorless and tasteless. It is released...[Read More]

Date Published: 01/13/2020