Better Indoors

Even if you are not aware of it or heard of it, but Radon gas is a part of your life no matter where you are living. Below are five facts about Radon gas that every homeowner should know, including how it can affect your health and your home. 1) How Radon Gas Seeps Into Our Homes When natural radioactive uranium slowly decays in the ground under our homes, Radon gas is created and seeps to the surface. Some Radon gas might get indoors to the floor because of the way we heat and ventilate our homes. This is how we get most of our exposure to Radon gas. 2) Homes Are More Likely To Have High Radon Levels In Some Parts Of The UK Though the levels of Radon are usually low, but every building in the UK contains it. In some areas, the homes may have higher levels of it and the chances of a higher concentration rely on the type of the ground. For example, the countries rich in granite may have higher levels of Radon gas. 3) You Can Easily Test Radon Levels of Your Home You ...

The housing market seems to be in full bloom with the summer season upon us. Buying a new home or investing in a property is a big decision. However, there are many things to consider, one most important thing that should always be considered but is commonly neglected, is the Indoor air quality within the potential home. Below are a few tips that will help you in understanding why indoor air quality is very important in protecting your investment. 1. Pollutants are everywhere - all the time As per some studies, it has been indicated that the indoor air is two to three times more unhygienic than the air outside. Pets, aerosols, carpet fibres and other culprits can be affecting worse on your indoor air quality. 2. The Biggest Culprit For Damaging Indoor Air Quality Mold is the most common upset to indoor air quality. Mold spores typically pollute the air when an environment is poorly ventilated and can create numerous health issues. These pollutants can even travel through the H...