Lead Based Paint. In 1996 the Federal Government will require new disclosure regulations on this issue. A scientific definition calls it a naturally occurring element and is an inert gas, this means it does not combine naturally with other elements. The only problem is that it is radioactive. Since it is a gas, the type of cancer it is most often associated with is lung cancer.
Radon enters the home from the ground through cracks and holes in the foundation.
While Radon seepage into basements is not new it is a new problem. In the past there has been little build up of Radon in homes because they were not well insulated or sealed against either the heat of summer or the cold of winter. Before we became energy conscious, our drafty old homes prevented Radon from building up in the house. Because of the great health risk from Radon, buyers are now requesting that testing be done before the completion of a sale. The test is not difficult nor is it expensive.