| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | Full mitigation systems average $1,200 to $3,000 |
| Time | Varies by home - confirm in your quote |
| Who's qualified | Kentucky-certified (NRPP/NRSB) radon mitigation contractor |
Versailles, KY: what's different here
Versailles is the seat of Woodford County in Kentucky's Bluegrass Region, about 17 miles and roughly 22 minutes from Lexington by main highway. The Kentucky Geological Survey associates local radon with limestone units, including the Tanglewood Limestone, which may contain uranium or radium. Statewide, radon above the EPA's 4 picocuries per liter limit is not widespread, but local problem areas exist. Homes in high-radon areas should be tested.
Why does Versailles have radon risk?
The Kentucky Geological Survey links radon to limestone units in the Bluegrass Region, including the Tanglewood Limestone found in Woodford County. That limestone may contain uranium or radium. Radon is not widely distributed above the EPA limit of 4 picocuries per liter in Kentucky, but local problem areas do exist.
Is vent relocation legal in Versailles?
Kentucky law requires radon mitigation to be performed only by appropriately certified persons or businesses. Since January 1, 2013, no one may conduct radon mitigation in the Commonwealth without proper certification. Reworking the vent stack to maintain effective radon venting is within a certified contractor's scope.
What does a relocated exhaust vent cost to run?
An active radon fan draws 100 to 300 watts continuously. That adds about $30 to $300 per year to your home's energy bill. Ask the pro how the relocated vent affects fan performance.
How do I verify a Versailles contractor's certification?
Check the Kentucky state radon office at radon.ky.gov or call 502-782-2782. Kentucky law also says contractors performing radon services must meet state registration requirements. Ask the pro for proof of licence and insurance before work starts.
What to do next
- Test your home with a radon test to confirm levels above 4 picocuries per liter before moving the vent.
- Verify the contractor's certification through the Kentucky radon office at radon.ky.gov or 502-782-2782.
- Ask the pro for proof of licence and insurance and state registration before any vent relocation work.
- Get an itemized quote covering the relocated exhaust vent, fan wattage, and expected yearly energy cost.
- Call (859) 249-8571 or email [email protected] for a free quote from a Kentucky-certified (NRPP/NRSB) radon mitigation contractor.
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