We live in an alarmist society. (That's my take on it) It seems as though if it is not ALARMING it is not news..... Recently on the "Today Show" (NBC) they interviewed two Radon professionals who did an admirable job of telling people what Radon was and that EVERYONE had it. They explained that the second leading cause of DEATHS due to LUNG CANCER was RADON. They talked about uranium and the half-life issues. They explained that radon migrates upward and can ENTER any home. About that time they broke for a commercial. I sat there waiting to hear, as Paul Harvey said "The Rest of the Story". Unfortunately there was no rest of the story this day. The show moved on to some other "alarming" situation leaving anyone who might have a had a concern regarding Radon exposure wanting for more. I contacted my local TV station and shared my concerns. They were kind enough to allow me five minutes on air to tell the rest of the story with regard to mitigation.

I think it is important, with Radon and any other issue we expose during an inspection, to share the truth of the matter at hand. We need to share the "WHOLE" truth so that people have all the information that they need to make an informed decision. Sure, there are times when we do not know or cannot go into "full" detail regarding a repair but the experienced inspector can give some basic guidlines sufficient for the clients needs. Make sure that when you leave a client, be you realtor or an inspector, that they are not wanting for more information. We are here to inform and to protect them.

Blessings to you all, www.wvhomeinspections.net Mike Reel 

 
Posted by Michael Reel on 04/04/2008 08:17 AM   Comments (3)  
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When you watch any of those "alarmist" programs - notice I carefully avoided calling them "news" programs because they are meant purely for entertainment and advancing of their own agenda - you should expect to get what they offer.
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Steve, You are absolutely correct. Blog-on, Mike
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Hi Michael,  GREAT point.  You are right on, provide as much info as is needed or requested.  But be careful not to over do it, too much info can be bad as well as not enough.
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