What is radon mitigation and how much will it cost?
The EPA recommends a Standard Practice for Installing Radon Mitigation Systems in Existing Low-Rise Residential Buildings. This is a voluntary, consensus-based standard that was developed and issued by the American Society for Testing and Materials International, and is identified as ASTM E-2121. When talking with a contractor about your mitigation alternatives, insure they follow the recommended standard set forth by the EPA. EPA’s radon mitigation standard can be found here. Many General Contractors are building the mitigation right into the new construction, “just in case”. If you’re building a new home, it may be wise to inquire about this, as it may save you money down the road. Compare a system put in at time of construction to one put in 5 or 10 years later. It may just be money in your pocket. The basic concept behind radon mitigation is redirecting the radon gas before it gets into the home. By intercepting the gas before it enters the home, there is a much lower risk to the o
