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Radon
Radon
has been identified as the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. The Environmental Protection Agency
recommends that every home should be tested for radon, regardless of where the home is located, the age of the home,
or whether or not the home is in an area where homes are “prone to having radon problems”. This
is why Assure Home Inspection recommends this test with every home inspection. For more information on Radon, visit Radalink
at:
http://www.radalink.com/
Or the EPA and State of Illinois at:
http://www.epa.gov/iaq/
http://www.state.il.us/iema/
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Mold
Mold
has the potential to cause health problems and even make a home uninhabitable. However, everyone is affected differently
when in contact with mold. Some mold can produce allergens, irritants, and in come cases, potentially toxic chemical substances
known as mycotoxins. People who are sensitive and exposed to mycotoxins can become ill. People diagnosed with
allergies and asthma may be very sensitive to mold. Mold can cause asthma attacks and are a risk to infants, children,
elderly, immune compromised patients, pregnant women, and individuals with existing respiratory conditions.
With
exposure, even small amounts, mold may cause:
*Itching or irritation of the nose, eyes, throat, or skin
*Mysterious
skin rashes
*Sinus infections
*Respiratory problems
*Fatigue
*Frequent headaches
*Trouble concentrating,
memory lapses, confusion
*Mood swings, anxiety, depression
*Chronic aches and pains
*Digestive problems.
For more information on Mold visit:
http://moldtestkit.com/moldglossary.html
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