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1 Ground water wells can also be tested for radon, then, if needed, can get a water radon mitigation system installed. 2  Installing a water radon mitigation system runs from $1,000-$4,500, and maintenance runs $0 to $150 annually. 3  To find out about radon content in a city water system, call the local water provider. It's wise to retest a home's radon level every year or two after a mitigation system is installed. 2  Most radon mitigation systems include a fan, which will need to be replaced about every 5 years. 3  Expect to pay $250-$300 to have this necessary maintenance done.
Q: How much will it cost to fix my radon problem? A: Your cost will depend a lot on where you are in the US. In areas where there are lot of radon contractors, like the Washington, DC metro area where Infiltec is located, the price may be as low as $800 for a standard subslab depressurization system.: How long will it take to fix my radon problem? A: Most mitigation radon work is done during real estate transactions and must be completed quickly. A typical job takes about one man day, and the retest requires one day of closed house conditions, plus two or more days for the radon test.