Radon in Santa Barbara Shores Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of Radon in the Water Supply of Santa Barbara Shores Florida Homes

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can dissolve into groundwater and make its way into a home’s plumbing. While many people associate radon with indoor air, it can also be present in well water and other groundwater sources and be released into the air when you shower, run the dishwasher, or do laundry. In Santa Barbara Shores homes, where humid subtropical conditions and coastal living affect houses differently, homeowners often consider both water and air when evaluating radon risks around the property.

Because radon has no taste, smell, or color, you can’t detect it by looking at or tasting a glass of water. Testing is the only reliable way to know whether your household water contains elevated radon, and results can vary block by block and from one property to the next. If testing shows higher radon in your water, take steps that match your plumbing layout and daily water use — many Santa Barbara Shores homeowners choose a whole-house strategy to treat water at the point it enters the home so every faucet and appliance is covered.