| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | About $3,500 to $5,000 installed for a household aeration system |
| Time | Runs on demand, about 1 hour per day for a family of four |
| Who's qualified | Kentucky-registered radon mitigation contractor (NRPP/NRSB certified) |
Versailles, KY: what's different here
Versailles sits about 17 miles from Lexington, roughly a 22-minute drive by main highway. Many Versailles homes rely on private wells, which is where radon in water becomes a concern. That makes water testing the first step before any aeration system is quoted. A local pro can confirm whether your level reaches the EPA action point.
When does a radon water aeration system make sense in Versailles?
EPA guidance says radon in water should be addressed when levels are at or above 10,000 pCi/L, and aeration is the effective method at that level. Aeration systems are aimed at homes on well water, since radon in water comes from contaminated wells. Test your well water first to see if you need one.
How does a radon water aeration system work?
The system aerates or agitates the water so radon escapes, then captures and vents the radon-rich air outside the home. Aeration can remove up to 99.9% of radon from water. Units can fit into an existing water system in a basement or utility room and may clean up to 15 gallons per minute.
What does a radon water aeration system cost in Versailles?
A household aeration system typically costs about $3,500 to $5,000 installed. EPA cost analysis materials estimated home aeration units at $800 to $1,200 total installed for many high-radon wells, depending on equipment and installation. The fact sheet notes aeration is practical for central treatment but expensive for individual households.
Who installs a radon water aeration system in Versailles?
Kentucky requires radon mitigation contractors to register with the state, with an initial registration fee of $500 for 2 years. Registered professionals must follow ANSI-accredited written standard operating procedures. Verify any contractor through the state radon office at radon.ky.gov or 502-782-2782.
What to do next
- Test your well water for radon to see if the level is at or above 10,000 pCi/L.
- Verify the contractor's Kentucky registration and NRPP/NRSB certification at radon.ky.gov or 502-782-2782.
- Ask each pro for an itemized quote covering equipment, installation, and venting outside the home.
- Ask for proof of licence and insurance before any work begins.
- 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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