| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $1,200 to $2,500, sometimes up to $3,000 |
| Time | Varies by home - confirm timing in your quote |
| Who's qualified | Kentucky-certified (NRPP/NRSB) radon mitigation contractor |
Gainesway: what's different here
Gainesway is a residential neighborhood in southeast Lexington, centered around major routes like Tates Creek Road and New Circle Road. Most homes are brick ranch-style houses built in the 1960s and 1970s, many with walk-out basements, and median sale prices sit in the lower $300,000s. Downtown Lexington is about 5 miles away, the University of Kentucky about 4 miles, and Blue Grass Airport about 9 miles. Those older homes with basements make standard radon mitigation systems a straightforward fit for the area.
Why radon mitigation works well in Gainesway homes
Gainesway has many brick ranch-style houses built in the 1960s and 1970s, often with walk-out basements. That housing stock is a straightforward fit for standard radon mitigation systems that vent soil gas from beneath the foundation. A pro can confirm the best setup for your specific home.
What does a radon mitigation system cost to run?
An active radon mitigation fan draws 100 to 300 watts continuously. That can add about $30 to $300 per year to your home's energy bill. Ask the pro about expected energy use for the system they propose.
Who can legally perform radon mitigation in Kentucky?
Kentucky requires radon mitigators to obtain certification under K.R.S. 211.855-856, per a University of Kentucky radon booklet. One Lexington listing also notes the state requires contractors performing radon-related services to be licensed. Ask the pro for proof of certification and license before work starts.
How do I verify a Gainesway radon mitigator's certification?
Check the Kentucky state radon office at radon.ky.gov or call 502-782-2782. The state radon office is in Frankfort and can confirm certification. Do this before signing any contract.
What to do next
- Test your Gainesway home for radon to confirm you need mitigation before requesting quotes.
- Ask each contractor for proof of Kentucky certification under K.R.S. 211.855-856 and NRPP/NRSB credentials.
- Verify the contractor through the state radon office at radon.ky.gov or 502-782-2782.
- Request an itemized quote covering the system type, 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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