By Paul F. P. Pogue
From Ask Angi
If you’ve come across radon, it’s probably as part of a home inspection that turned closing into a big hassle for everyone. But radon is no small matter. Take this threat seriously if it shows up in your home.
Radon mitigation costs an average of $1,000. Most jobs range between $800 and $1,200. The cost of radon mitigation is affected by home size. A large home with multiple foundations or complex configurations can cost as much as $3,000 to mitigate. Professional radon testing costs an average of $425.
What is Radon?
Radon is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas naturally generated from decaying elements in the ground. Out in the open air, it causes little trouble, but in an enclosed space, it can build up beneath a home’s foundation or basement and gradually seep into the living area….