| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | Typically $500 to $2,000, depending on the type of home |
| Time | About one business day, roughly 4 to 8 hours |
| Who's qualified | Kentucky-certified (NRPP/NRSB) radon mitigation contractor |
Why does the install take about one day?
Most mitigation systems are sub-slab depressurization. This uses a 4-inch PVC pipe run through the slab and out through the roof. A qualified contractor can usually install one in a single day. Crawl space foundations may take two days.
When should a home get a mitigation system?
The EPA recommends mitigation when the annual average radon level on the lowest occupied level is above 4 pCi/L. Kentucky residents are told to use a certified contractor if their home tests at 4.0 pCi/L or above.
How do I confirm a contractor is qualified in Kentucky?
Kentucky law requires certification for anyone conducting radon mitigation in the state. Contractors must hold a mitigation contractor registration certificate and proof of a board-approved proficiency program. They must also carry general liability insurance.
Where can I get a short-term radon test kit?
The Kentucky Radon Program, part of the Kentucky Department for Public Health, provides short-term test kits. You can request one through the program or your local health department. A test is the first step before any install is scheduled.
What to do next
- Order a short-term radon test kit from the Kentucky Radon Program or your local health department.
- If your home tests at 4.0 pCi/L or higher, request a quote from a certified contractor.
- Verify the contractor holds a Kentucky mitigation contractor registration certificate and NRPP/NRSB certification.
- Ask the pro for proof of general liability insurance and a written estimate before work begins.
- 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.
