| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | About $1,200 to $2,500 for an existing home |
| Time | Varies by home - confirm the schedule in your quote |
| Who's qualified | Ask for proof of insurance, relevant certifications (e.g., ASE for auto repair), and any license your state or city requires. |
Versailles, KY: what's different here
Versailles sits about 17 miles from Lexington, roughly a 22-minute drive via US-60 W (Versailles Road). Kentucky radon maps are based on bedrock type and are only a general guide, so actual home levels may be higher or lower. Actual in-home radon testing is necessary to determine the real level in a specific house, and levels can vary by season. Kentucky homes should be tested every two years.
Is basement radon mitigation needed in Versailles?
Kentucky researchers recommend calling a certified radon professional if a home test reads at or above 4.0 pCi/L. Elevated homes have been found in all three EPA zones, so Kentucky homes should be tested regardless of zone designation.
How do I test my Versailles home for radon?
Kentucky residents can get free radon detector kits through the Radon on the RADAR program at participating county libraries. The Kentucky Radon Program also offers free test kits through local health departments and by phone.
Does a radon system raise my electric bill?
A radon fan draws 100 to 300 watts continuously, which can add about $30 to $300 per year to the home's energy bill. Ask the pro for an estimate of the fan's running cost in your quote.
How do I verify a Versailles radon contractor?
Kentucky requires contractors performing radon-related services to be licensed by the state. Verify certification through the state radon office listed at radon.ky.gov or by phone at 502-782-2782.
Is new construction cheaper than retrofit mitigation?
Radon-resistant new construction (RRNC) costs approximately $600 to $800 for a single-family home. Mitigating an existing home costs $1,200 to $2,500, so building radon out is the cheaper path.
What to do next
- Test your Versailles home with a free kit from the Radon on the RADAR program at a participating county library or through the Kentucky Radon Program.
- If your test reads at or above 4.0 pCi/L, call for a free referral to a Kentucky-certified (NRPP/NRSB) mitigation contractor.
- Verify the contractor's state license through the radon office at radon.ky.gov or 502-782-2782 before work begins.
- Ask for proof of license and insurance and an itemized quote covering system cost, home size, and expected fan energy use.
- Call (859) 249-8571 or email [email protected] for a free quote from a Kentucky-certified (NRPP/NRSB) radon mitigation contractor.
Lexington Radon Pros is a free referral service: an independent contractor does the work and may pay us a referral fee. You never pay us anything.
