Radon and the Link to Lung Cancer

April 16, 2025

When we think of the causes of lung cancer, smoking usually tops the list (and rightly so). But lurking just behind it is another major contributor that often goes unnoticed: radon gas. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer globally. Though radon may be a […]

Is My Child’s School Safe from Radon? How to Find Out

April 3, 2025

As parents, we do everything we can to keep our children safe, ensuring they eat well, wear their seatbelts, and look both ways before crossing the street. But what about the dangers we can’t see? Radon is one such hidden hazard that could be affecting our children’s health at school. What is Radon? Radon is […]

Radon Action Levels: What You Need to Know

March 26, 2025

Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive, colourless, and odourless gas that forms from the decay of uranium in rocks and soil. It can seep into homes and workplaces, accumulate in enclosed spaces and potentially increase the risk of illnesses, including lung cancer. There’s lots of expert jargon that crops up when researching around radon and […]

Radon: Separating the Science from the Scaremongering

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 […]

The History of Radon

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 […]

Radon and Local Authorities: What You Need to Know

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 […]

Landlord Responsibilities & Radon Testing

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 […]

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