Date Published: 10/05/2007 [Source]
If the radioactive decay products of radon get trapped in your lungs, they can damage the live cells lining the lungs. Years of this damage can lead to lung cancer. Radon can enter your home through openings around water pipes, sump pumps and drains, It can also enter through cracks and holes in the walls and foundation. Your can perform your own test or you can hire a radon tester in your area that is state certified or proficient with a national radon program. Your state radon office can supply you with a list of testing kit companies and radon testers that have met those standards. You can obtain test kits on line from www.radon.com.