Metro Atlanta Radon Case Studies

Real Research, Real Results, Real Protection for Your Home

Discover scientifically-backed insights from leading radon research in Metro Atlanta and Georgia. These case studies reveal critical data about radon levels, testing patterns, and successful mitigation strategies in communities just like yours.

Research

DeKalb County Radon Research Study

Comprehensive analysis of radon levels across DeKalb County homes and neighborhoods

Innovation

Metro Atlanta $1.2M Radon Testing Grant

Georgia State University's groundbreaking radon detection research program

Public Health

Georgia Radon Testing Disparities Report

American Lung Association study on radon testing gaps across Georgia communities

Local Study

Gwinnett County Radon Level Analysis

UGA Extension research on radon prevalence in Gwinnett County homes

State Data

Georgia Radon Facts & Statistics

Comprehensive state-wide radon data and health impact analysis

Guidelines

Georgia DPH Radon Health Guidelines

Official state recommendations for radon testing and mitigation

Innovation

GSU $1.2M Radon Detection Research

Novel radon testing technology development in Metro Atlanta

Public Health

GSU Environmental Health Disparities Study

$300K grant studying radon exposure across Metro Atlanta communities

Education

UGA Radon Education Program

University of Georgia Extension radon resources for homeowners

Medical Research

NCBI Radon Health Research

National medical literature on radon exposure and lung cancer risk

Why These Case Studies Matter for Your Home

Metro Atlanta sits in a moderate to high radon zone, with many homes testing above the EPA's action level of 4.0 pCi/L. These case studies provide crucial evidence about:

  • Which Atlanta neighborhoods and counties show elevated radon levels
  • How radon enters homes through different foundation types common in Georgia
  • Testing and mitigation success rates across Metro Atlanta
  • Demographic and socioeconomic factors affecting radon awareness
  • Innovative radon detection technologies developed right here in Atlanta

Concerned About Radon in Your Metro Atlanta Home?

These studies show radon is a real concern in our area. Protect your family with professional testing and mitigation.

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