The house I wanted to buy in New Jersey has radon. How do we fix the problem?

I decided to list some resources for you on Radon.  Always contact a certified radon inspector to learn more about radon issues and to help educate you on Radon.

So, the house you fell in love with tested positive for Radon.  What should you do?

Radon is virtually everywhere, but certain areas have higher levels of radon than others. 

*This is for educational purposes only and is not advice

What is Radon?  Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas, which has always been a part of our environment. It's a natural decay product of uranium and is found in soil everywhere in varying concentrations. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have found that radon can also be an unwelcome part of our home environment.  

"The higher the levels of radon gas in a home, the greater the amount inhaled. Just as radon is produced from the decay of radioactive materials, it further decays producing new radioactive materials in the form of solids. These radon decay products can attach to other particles, such as dust and cigarette smoke, which can be inhaled and become trapped in the lungs where they emit radiation. These decay products can damage lung tissue and increase the risk of developing lung cancer. The risk of lung cancer from a given exposure to radon is greater for a smoker than a non-smoker."

source: http://www.njradon.org/radoinfo.htm

How do I test for radon?

Radon Awarenes Program:  http://www.njradon.org/download/radon_aware_program.pdf

 This is not legal advice, this is fo educational purposes only.