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Welcome to the Quality Environmental Testing Blog, your trusted source for expert advice on radon testing, mold inspection, and indoor air quality.
Our certified team shares the latest information, safety tips, and homeowner insights to help families across Lockport and the Chicagoland area create healthier homes.
Whether you’re buying a new property or maintaining your current one, you’ll find resources here to guide you toward cleaner, safer air


The Hidden Threat Beneath Every Home: Why Professional Radon Testing Matters
Radon gas—a colorless, odorless, and tasteless byproduct of uranium decay—poses a serious health threat in homes across the United...
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Jun 25, 20253 min read


The Hidden Radon Danger That Could Derail Your Real Estate Deal
Imagine this: You’ve finally found your dream home. The location is ideal, the layout checks every box, and the price is within reach....
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Jun 11, 20253 min read


Radon and Childhood Leukemia: What Every Suburban Homeowner Needs to Know
There’s been growing media attention around the possible link between radon exposure and childhood leukemia —and it’s something every...
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May 29, 20254 min read


Radon Exposure During Pregnancy: What Expectant Mothers Need to Know
Pregnancy is a time filled with anticipation, joy—and heightened vigilance. As expectant mothers focus on safeguarding their health and...
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May 22, 20253 min read


What Causes High Radon Levels in Homes?
Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas that can accumulate inside homes and pose serious long-term health risks. While radon is...
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May 20, 20253 min read


How Does Radon Cause Cancer? What Every Homeowner Should Know
By Quality Environmental Testing (QET) | Serving Lockport and the Chicagoland Area Since 2002 Most homeowners know that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. But one of the questions we hear most often during radon inspections is: "How does a naturally occurring gas actually cause cancer?" The answer isn't always straightforward, but understanding how radon affects your lungs helps explain why professional testing is so important. At Quality Environm
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May 7, 20254 min read


Interesting Facts About Radon
Radon is a radioactive gas that is present in the air we breathe. It is formed by the decay of uranium and thorium in the soil and rock...
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Apr 14, 20253 min read


Are Children at Risk From Radon Gas Exposure?
Radon is a radioactive gas that enters your home through cracks and pores in the foundation as uranium decays underground. Radon is a...
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Apr 7, 20252 min read


What Are Signs of Radon in Your Home?
Owning a home comes with several responsibilities and common concerns to think about. Although, one of the lesser-known risks to consider...
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Mar 7, 20255 min read


Facts of Radon
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) and the Surgeon General’s Office have estimated that as many as 20,000 lung cancer...
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Feb 25, 20255 min read


Why Radon Gas Is Known as the Silent Killer
Several things have been dubbed “the silent killer,” including high blood pressure, heart disease, prostate cancer, and diabetes. Outside...
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Feb 17, 20254 min read


PROTECT THOSE WHO CAN'T PROTECT THEMSELVES
Children are more vulnerable to radiation exposure from radon due to differences in lung shape, size, and function compared to adults....
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Feb 4, 20251 min read


WHAT IS RADON? THE FACTS YOU NEED TO KNOW
We all take great pains to protect our homes from everything from burglary to house fires. Most of us sleep well at night, knowing that...
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Jan 22, 20254 min read


What is Radon Poisoning?
We have had concerned homeowners ask questions about the health effects that they may experience after living in a home with elevated...
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Oct 29, 20242 min read


Radon Testing Professional Equipment
Quality Environmental Testing Inc. offers a high level of expertise and precision when it comes to radon testing, utilizing...
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Aug 22, 20242 min read


Unseen Threats: Understanding Radon and Mold in Your Home
Introduction: In the realm of home hazards, there are some silent threats that often go unnoticed until they've already wreaked havoc....
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May 9, 20242 min read


Professional Radon Testing
Here's an overview of the process: 1. Hiring a Professional : It's important to hire a certified radon measurement professional to...
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Apr 24, 20242 min read
Radon The Silent Intruder
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can seep into buildings, including homes, from the ground. It is formed from the...
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Apr 4, 20241 min read
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