Although radon can be found all over the United States, the soils and rocks of Maine create more radon than most other states. Radon is an odorless and tasteless gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in the soil, rocks and water. Radon is a cancer causing radioactve gas that is second only to smoking as a cause of lung cancer. It needs to be taken seriously. For more good information on radon and ways to mitigate it please click on the following links.

 

A Maine Citizen's Guide to Radon

Maine Radiation Control

Consumer Guide to Radon Reduction