How is radon removed from water?
Radon can be removed from water by using one of two methods: aeration treatment or granular activated carbon (GAC) treatment. Aeration treatments involve bubbling air through the water. This helps to strip radon from the water. An exhaust fan is used to vent the radon outdoors. GAC treatment filters water through carbon. Radon attaches to the carbon and leaves the water free of radon. GAC filters tend to cost less than aeration devices. However, radioactivity collects on the filter and may cause a handling hazard and require special disposal methods for the filter. For more information on aerators and GAC filters, you should contact two independent, non-profit organizations: NSF International at (800) 673-8010 and the Water Quality Association at (630) 505-0160. In either treatment, it is important to treat the water where it enters your home (point-of-entry device) so that all the water will be treated.
Radon can be removed from water by using one of two methods: aeration treatment or granular activated carbon (GAC) treatment. Aeration treatments involve bubbling air through the water. This helps to strip radon from the water. An exhaust fan is used to vent the radon outdoors. GAC treatment filters water through carbon. Radon attaches to the carbon and leaves the water free of radon. GAC filters tend to cost less than aeration devices. However, radioactivity collects on the filter and may cause a handling hazard and require special disposal methods for the filter. For more information on aerators and GAC filters, you should contact two independent, non-profit organizations: NSF International at (800) 673-8010 and the Water Quality Association at (630) 505-0160. In either treatment, it is important to treat the water where it enters your home (point-of-entry device) so that all the water will be treated.
Radon problems in water can be easily fixed. Radon is commonly removed from water by air stripping or activated carbon adsorption. Packed tower aeration is the preferred treatment option for radon removal by many public water system operators. Air stripper systems offer a natural method with no waste disposal issues. Air stripper systems are expensive for an individual household, ranging from $5,000 to $8,000, and service costs can range from $50 to $150 per year. Activated carbon filtration tanks can cost from $1,500 to $3,000, and depending on the size of tank, replacement of granulated activated carbon can range from $150 to $300 every 6 to12 months. However, disposal of exhausted carbon may be difficult in the future and may involve recycling or special handling fees due to filter elements becoming low level radioactive waste through the buildup of radionuclides. If you have a radon problem with your well, it would be advisable to connect to a community water system if feasible.
Radon can be removed from water by using one of two methods: aeration treatment or granular activated carbon (GAC) treatment. Aeration treatments involve bubbling air through the water. This helps to strip radon from the water. An exhaust fan is used to vent the radon outdoors. GAC treatment filters water through carbon. Radon attaches to the carbon and leaves the water free of radon. GAC filters tend to cost less than aeration devices. However, radioactivity collects on the filter and may cause a handling hazard and require special disposal methods for the filter. For more information on aerators and GAC filters, you should contact two independent, non-profit organizations: NSF International at (800) 673-8010 and the Water Quality Association at (630) 505-0160. In either treatment, it is important to treat the water where it enters your home (point-of-entry device) so that all the water will be treated. Point-of-use devices, such as those installed on a tap or under the sink, will onl
