| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | Sub-slab depressurization system: $900–$1,600 |
| Time | Short-term test: 2 to 90 days; results in a few days |
| Who's qualified | Kentucky-certified (NRPP/NRSB) radon mitigation contractor |
What should I do today if I need radon help in Spanish?
Call the National Radon Hotline En Español at 1 (866) 528-3187, or EPA's Spanish-language hotline at 1-800-725-8312. You can also call Lexington Radon Pros at (859) 249-8571, a free referral service. Ask for Spanish-language explanations of your test and mitigation options.
Where can a Paris, KY household get free radon test kits?
Test kits are available for free through local health departments, which you can reach by calling (502) 564-4856. Radon on the RADAR also provides free radon detector kits for checkout at participating county libraries across Kentucky. Ask at your library whether they participate.
What should I check before hiring a radon contractor?
Confirm the contractor is credentialed through a state licensing process or a nationally recognized radon proficiency program. EPA says many states require radon professionals to be licensed, certified, or registered, so check with the Kentucky radon office. Ask the pro for proof of licence and insurance.
When does a home need radon reduction?
EPA says a home should be fixed if a long-term test result is 4 pCi/L or higher, or if the average of two short-term tests is 4 pCi/L or higher. Kentucky is listed as EPA Radon Zone 2, but local readings can vary, so test your home. Get estimates from one or more qualified contractors before fixing a home.
What to do next
- Order a free test kit from your local health department by calling (502) 564-4856, or check out a radon detector kit at a participating county library.
- Place the short-term test in the lowest livable level of the home for at least 48 hours, and keep it in place for 2 to 90 days.
- Verify that any contractor is credentialed through a state licensing process or a national radon proficiency program, and ask the state radon office for the current list.
- Request a written quote that states the system cost and whether fan replacement is included; EPA notes a fan replacement can cost around $200 to $350.
- 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.
