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Radon is an invisible, odourless gas that seeps into Canadian homes from the ground and causes lung cancer. The only way to know your home’s level is to test for at least three months. If your level is high, there are options to lower it affordably.

Learn more at canada.ca/radon.
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00:00Did you know that radon is an invisible radioactive gas that comes up from the
00:04ground and seeps into your home undetected? Radon is a gas you can't see
00:09or smell. Breathing it in at high levels is the leading cause of lung cancer for
00:13non-smokers and cases are rising in Canada. Every home in Canada has radon.
00:19The only question is how much? And the only way to know that is with a DIY test
00:24kit or an electronic radon monitor. Radon levels can vary a lot over time so
00:29you need to test for three months to estimate your average annual exposure.
00:33Then you'll know for sure if you have high levels and need to take action. If
00:38your radon level is high, contact a professional. They'll help you reduce the
00:42level in your home. Radon reduction systems can be installed in one to two
00:46days and reduce levels by 90% for a reasonable cost. You can learn more about
00:51testing for and reducing radon at Canada.ca slash radon.
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