How Much Does a Radon Mitigation System Cost?

How Much Does a Radon Mitigation System Cost?

As radon professionals, one of the most common questions we receive is How Much Does a Radon Mitigation System Cost? There is no one-size fits all solution for radon system installation and the costs will depend on your unique home and situation. However, we can discuss some average costs and common variables that determine how much a radon system will cost.

The cost of a radon mitigation system in Virginia averages between $1,100 and $4,500, but can be more. The exact cost can vary depending on several factors, including:

Your Home:

The specifics of your home will determine how much a radon system is likely to cost. Larger homes often require a more extensive mitigation system. A basement, slab-on-grade, or crawlspace will require different radon systems. If your crawlspace requires encapsulation, expect additional costs of $2-$5 per square foot of crawlspace. For a 1000 sqft crawlspace, for example, this could add $2000-$5,000 in additional costs.

If you home has a garage or more than one level, it may also increase the cost. The age of your home is also often a determining factor, older homes, especially early 1900s, are often more difficult to install a radon system and may be more expensive. Your radon professional will likely ask you many questions about your home to help provide the most accurate quote.

Exterior or Interior System:

Interior Radon Systems, also know as hidden radon systems, are run within the walls and cavities of a home to keep the system hidden within the home. This is typically more time consuming, and expensive than an exterior system. Exterior systems are simply run up the exterior of the home and are much faster and inexpensive. If you are looking for the most cost effective radon system, an exterior system is the way to go.

Radon Level:

High radon levels may necessitate more complex mitigation methods. They may also require the radon mitigation specialist to come to your home more than once in order try alternative system configurations. If you have a high radon level, typically above 14 or more, you should expect to receive a higher quote in order to mitigate your home.

Get Multiple Quotes:

As with any home improvement project, you should always receive multiple quotes from different professionals to ensure you receiving the best price for your budget. Radon professionals may quote you different amounts based on additional factors such as how busy their schedule is or how far they are located from your home. This is also a good way of ensuring you are receiving comparable quotes and are not just relying on one price.

Cheaper Isn’t Always Better:

The cheapest quote isn’t always your best option. A cheap quote might mean an inexperienced, unlicensed, or uninsured installer, and/or low-quality materials. This may lead to issues and mistakes, which can be especially devastating if you are in the process of selling your home and the sale is delayed because the radon levels did not come down. Always look up reviews of the professional you choose and ensure they are licensed and insured. Quotes you receive should be within a few hundred dollars of each other.

How We Can Help:

2020 Radon provides radon mitigation services in Culpeper, Orange, Madison, Ruckersville, Charlottesville, and surrounding areas. We offer Free, No Obligation Quotes, and are happy to answer any questions you may have about installing a radon system in your home. We can address your home’s high radon levels and guarantee to bring them within the acceptable range. If your home is in need of a radon remediation system, Contact us today to get started.