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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