| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $1,200 to $3,000 for a mitigation system |
| Time | Varies by home - confirm in your quote |
| Who's qualified | Kentucky requires radon contractors to be state licensed; verify at radon.ky.gov |
Nicholasville, KY: what's different here
Nicholasville is the county seat of Jessamine County, Kentucky, about 11 miles and roughly 17 minutes from Lexington via Nicholasville Road. It sits in the Inner Bluegrass karst area, where limestone and underground solution channels can create radon entry pathways. The Kentucky Geological Survey says some local limestone units may contain uranium or radium that can generate radon, so testing is the smart first step for well owners.
How do you test for radon in well water in Nicholasville?
The EPA recommends testing private-well water for radon because water from underground sources can carry the gas. Kentucky does not regulate private-well water quality, so testing is up to the homeowner. Contact your state laboratory certification office or state radon office for labs that analyze drinking water for radon.
What treatment works for radon in well water?
The EPA says the most effective treatment is point-of-entry treatment, installed right before water enters the home. The two listed types are granular activated carbon (GAC) filters and aeration devices. Ask the pro which type fits your well and water use.
Does Nicholasville geology raise radon risk in well water?
The Kentucky Geological Survey says radon can be a local problem in Jessamine County, and some limestone units may contain uranium or radium that generates radon. Nicholasville sits in the Inner Bluegrass karst area, where underground flow paths run through large solution channels. A few areas of high radon concentrations have been recorded in the Bluegrass region, and homes there should be tested.
What level of radon requires fixing the home?
The EPA says to fix a home if indoor radon is 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) or higher. Kentucky Health Tracking gives the same 4 pCi/L reference level for groundwater from wells. Homes above that level should reduce risk.
What to do next
- Test your well water for radon through a lab your state radon office recommends.
- Also run an indoor-air test; the EPA fix-it level is 4 pCi/L.
- Verify the contractor's license at radon.ky.gov or call the state radon office at 502-782-2782.
- Get a written quote stating whether the system is a GAC filter or an aeration point-of-entry device.
- 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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