Environmental
Vermont's 'radon testing' is particularly recommended for homes with:
AModern construction only
BBasements, slab-on-grade floors, or any ground-level areas in contact with Vermont's uranium-bearing geology✓ Correct
COlder electrical systems
DWell water only
Explanation
Radon enters homes primarily through cracks, gaps, and openings in foundations and floors in contact with the soil. Vermont homes with basements, crawl spaces, or slab-on-grade construction in areas with uranium-bearing bedrock are at highest risk and should be tested.
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