March 5, 2025
Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas, is a significant health risk in certain buildings, particularly those built in radon-prone areas. It can enter homes and workplaces through surfaces in contact with the ground, and can accumulate to harmful concentrations that increase the likelihood of lung cancer. In South Wales, a known radon affected area, authorities […]
February 27, 2025
A quick search for radon gas online will bring up an avalanche of alarming headlines: Radon exposure causes asthma in children Radon gas could be excessively high in thousands of social homes, expert warns £24 million Inverness Justice Centre hit by major health scare over cancer-causing gas Kids flee nuke gas in classes These headlines […]
February 20, 2025
At PropertECO, we are dedicated to raising awareness about radon, its health implications, and the importance of testing and mitigation. While we often discuss radon’s risks and regulations, we rarely take a step back to explore its fascinating history: how it was discovered, the evolution of our understanding, and the steps taken to protect people […]
January 21, 2025
Local authorities and housing associations are tasked with maintaining safe environments for employees, tenants and the public. Among the many health and safety concerns they face, radon is a hazard that’s often overlooked but can have serious implications. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding radon, your responsibilities and how to manage risks effectively. What […]
January 9, 2025
Being a landlord comes with a laundry list of responsibilities: ensuring the roof doesn’t leak, that drains flow freely and the boiler is working smoothly. Radon testing is yet another to add to that list, but luckily, it’s easy, simple and surprisingly affordable. However, radon is not as visible as a leaky pipe. Radon is […]
December 19, 2024
At PropertECO, we’ve been fully embracing the Christmas spirit this year and thought it would be fun to give a radon twist to the classic 12 Days of Christmas song! While radon testing and mitigation is serious business, we all deserve a bit of festive fun and relaxation over the holidays. So, to keep things […]
December 10, 2024
As we approach January 1st, 2025, the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) will mark a significant milestone: 50 years of ensuring safer workplaces across the UK. The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, the benchmark for workplace health and safety legislation, provided the framework for establishing the HSE, an organisation charged with overseeing the […]