All in you can get it tested and remediated for under $1,500. Our readings came back borderline but we have a kid's bedroom on a lower level so we did not hesitate.

If you've got a problem, better to remediate now than never!

I would recommend a professional testing company that measures the reading over a few days. This won't provide a false-secure estimate. It's a few hundred bucks. You do have to follow the rules (like don't open doors or windows in the area for ~48 hours or so).

Remediation is about $1,000. Ours was quoted at something like $950 -$1,350 depending on if they found gravel under our slab (they did, so it was the lower amount).

We have a continuous monitor in our kid's lower level bedroom (looks like a smoke detector on the wall and is read on our phones but also has a light on the machine itself).

It took one day to install and we did all of the testing and install before we moved in, within about 5 days.

Don’t panic—you’re not alone! Many older homes haven’t been tested for radon, and it’s something that can be fixed. The risk depends on the level and how long you’ve been exposed, but the good news is mitigation systems are very effective. The first step is to test your home—then, if levels are high, you can install a radon mitigation system and dramatically reduce any ongoing risk. It’s fixable, so try not to feel guilty!

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My husband is well educated on radiation dangers because of his job, and he was totally comfortable putting in an offer on a home with a mitigation system in place.

If you take a credit to put in the system yourself, is there a chance it will not reduce the radon to safe levels? Could you by buying a complex situation to fix?

System will and can bring it down to below safety concern level

I just had someone come out to discuss a radon mitigation system and there is no guarantee it will. Our house was built in the 70s on clay. Apparently that is a problem getting suction.
And someone on this board keeps saying it’s around $1k. It’s definitely more than double that

They need to use a different fan for clay soils. It can definately be improved over the current number. Cost will still be around 1200 or so.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My husband is well educated on radiation dangers because of his job, and he was totally comfortable putting in an offer on a home with a mitigation system in place.

If you take a credit to put in the system yourself, is there a chance it will not reduce the radon to safe levels? Could you by buying a complex situation to fix?

System will and can bring it down to below safety concern level

I just had someone come out to discuss a radon mitigation system and there is no guarantee it will. Our house was built in the 70s on clay. Apparently that is a problem getting suction.
And someone on this board keeps saying it’s around $1k. It’s definitely more than double that

No guarantee in life and that’s a true statement but if one system is not enough you can put in two systems. 99% of the time, one will do the job

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My husband is well educated on radiation dangers because of his job, and he was totally comfortable putting in an offer on a home with a mitigation system in place.

If you take a credit to put in the system yourself, is there a chance it will not reduce the radon to safe levels? Could you by buying a complex situation to fix?

System will and can bring it down to below safety concern level

I just had someone come out to discuss a radon mitigation system and there is no guarantee it will. Our house was built in the 70s on clay. Apparently that is a problem getting suction.
And someone on this board keeps saying it’s around $1k. It’s definitely more than double that

Anonymous wrote:First get it tested. You can buy a mail in kit or have someone do it for you. If it’s high, remediate. Nothing you can do about the past, move forward.

+1

I've heard that Radon can cause Autism too. I would definitely either get it remediated or move.

I have a digital radon meter (Ecosense). It tells the radon level, stats, etc. We purchased a new home couple years back and tested for Radon (you must do it during winter with all windows closed). Levels came at 8 or so. We spent about $2k and had remediation done. Level howvers around 1 or so now. Radon is a real things....prolonged exposure can cause cancer plus we have a dog who goes to the basement (radon level is highest on the basement floor byw). Its the best $2k we spent.

Radon goes up and down like crazy. You need a continuous monitor.

Anonymous wrote:Just get it tested. Don't rely on the continuous read meters from Amazon. Hire someone who will bring in a box and pick it back up- try All-Pro Services. Very easy and worth the piece of mind

Mitigation companies and testing companies are separate to avoid conflict of interest.

Mine seems to work well. Bought it before mitigation and as soon as they put in the system it dropped like a rock.

Don’t worry too much—many older homes have elevated radon, and the good news is it can usually be fixed with proper mitigation. The first step is to test your home, and if levels are high, a certified system can bring them down safely.

Anonymous wrote:Can anyone recommend a reputable mail-in kit?

If you live in Virginia you can get a radon test kit for a $3 shipping fee until May 31. See https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/radiological-health/indoor-radon-program/testing/

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My husband is well educated on radiation dangers because of his job, and he was totally comfortable putting in an offer on a home with a mitigation system in place.

If you take a credit to put in the system yourself, is there a chance it will not reduce the radon to safe levels? Could you by buying a complex situation to fix?

System will and can bring it down to below safety concern level

Anonymous wrote:My husband is well educated on radiation dangers because of his job, and he was totally comfortable putting in an offer on a home with a mitigation system in place.

If you take a credit to put in the system yourself, is there a chance it will not reduce the radon to safe levels? Could you by buying a complex situation to fix?