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Radon FAQs

• What is Radon?
• Where is Radon Found?
• How does radon get into my home?
• Is there a safe level?
• What health effects is radon linked to?
• How does radon cause lung cancer?
• Is radon a concern in some areas as opposed to others; and if so does my area have a radon problem?
• Where can I buy a test kit?
• Are there different types of test kits? Which should I use?

Where can I buy a test kit?

Test kits are generally available from hardware stores, supermarkets, and other retail outlets, and also Southeastern Wisconsin Radon Information Center. In Wisconsin you can call 888 LOW RADON.