A sub-surface sewage disposal system, commonly known as a septic system, consists of two main components: the septic tank also known as the treatment tank, the distribution box, and the drainage area, often referred to as the leach field. The system also includes a main sewer line that connects all the plumbing fixtures to the septic tank and a distribution box that connects the septic tank to the drainage field. The septic tank is usually buried approximately 10-20 feet from the dwelling.

The purpose of a septic system is to treat and dispose of wastewater generated by the occupants. When properly installed and adequately maintained, septic systems are more economical than sanitary sewers and just as efficient.

Radon is a radioactive gas that can significantly impact indoor air quality and health. Radon comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water, from which it moves into the air we breathe. This invisible, odorless, and tasteless gas is undetectable without proper testing equipment. Whether it's to spot radon seeping through cracks in your home’s foundation or being released from well water, understanding and mitigating radon is crucial for maintaining a healthy indoor environment.

Radon gas continues to undergo radioactive decay, producing new naturally formed radioactive material. These new radon progenies, which are solid can stick to dust particles or smoke in the air. This can be inhaled and deposited on the linings of the lungs where it continues to emit alpha energy. Studies indicate that the result of extended exposure to high levels of radon gas/radon progeny produces an increased risk of lung cancer.

Radon Exposure has been rated the second leading cause of lung cancer, while cigarette smoking remains the first.

Radon gas can enter a house through any openings in the floor or wall which touches the soil. These include pipe entry points, joints between basement floors and walls, drains, cracks and open crawl spaces. Water from private wells and small community systems can contain radon wthat,hich is released when the water is agitated.

The EPA recommends that the average radon exposure rate not exceed 4.0pCi/L. In New Jersey, 30% of the homes tested are found to in excess of 4.0 pCi/L.

A list of average radon concentration can be found by county by clicking here.

Mold is found both indoors as well as outdoors and is a very simple microscopic organism.

Mold breaks down dead material and requires a food source such as moisture to grow. Since it reproduces at such high rates, it gradually destroys whatever it grows on.

Mold growth on surfaces can be found due to discoloration, usually green, gray, brown, or black, but can also be found in almost any color.

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