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Radon Basics

How Does Radon Enter a Home?

Learn how radon enters through cracks, sumps, joints and other foundation openings, and why testing is the only way to know your home’s level.

What Does Health Canada’s Radon Guideline Mean?

Learn what Health Canada’s 200 Bq/m³ radon guideline actually means, how it was set, and how it compares to WHO and U.S. EPA levels.

Does a New Home Still Need Radon Testing?

Think a new home is automatically safe from radon? Learn why Health Canada recommends radon testing for all homes, including new construction in Manitoba.

What Is Active Soil Depressurization and How Does It Work?

Learn how active soil depressurization works, why it is used for radon mitigation, and what Manitoba homeowners should do next.

Why Manitoba Has Some of the Highest Radon Levels in Canada

Learn why radon can be high in Manitoba homes, how soil and winter conditions affect risk, and why testing is the only way to know your level.

How Long Should a Radon Test Be?

Learn how long short-term and long-term radon tests should run in Canada, why 91 days matters, and how to test your home properly.

What Is Radon and Why Should Manitoba Homeowners Care?

Learn what radon is, how it enters Manitoba homes, why it matters, and why testing is the only way to know your home’s radon level.
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