Radon Navigator ™ Program
A trusted guide created by public health advocates, not radon mitigation companies
- At what level of radon they absolutely should install a mitigation system.
- What mitigation is.
- How to select a mitigation contractor.
- Fair pricing for a mitigation system.
- What they agree to when they sign a mitigation contract.
Unfortunately, rather than from an objective source, most are left to learn what they can from a radon mitigation company. It is this “fox guarding the hen house” scenario that stimulated us to create the Utah Radon Coalition Radon Navigator ™ Program
The URC Radon Navigator ™ program provides initial radon testing to those who have not tested and follow-up testing to those who have. All radon tests include evidence-based radon awareness material.
🧭Evaluation and Guidance:
Through personalized consultations, families will be led to understand their test results, evidence-based mitigation thresholds, actionable options as it relates to the test result, and what to expect and require from mitigators and mitigations.
🛠️Access to High Quality Mitigators:
If radon levels dictate mitigation, program participants will be directed to a network of ethical, certified radon mitigators who adhere to EPA Radon Standards of Practice including the U.S. Mitigation Action Level of 4.0 pCi/L, national Soil Gas Testing and Mitigation Standards, and the Utah Radon Coalition's exacting standards.
🤝Family Representation in the Process:
A trained Radon Navigation Specialist will serve as liaison and advocate for families as they work with mitigators during the mitigation contracting phase, and through the mitigation process.
💰Financial Assistance Options:
The URC Radon Navigator ™ program will direct families to mitigators within the mitigator network that provide vetted ethical loans or to financial entities that do the same.
🧰Empowering Families with Mitigation Options:
If funding to hire a mitigator is impossible to obtain, the URC Radon Navigator ™ program will provide families with do it yourself (DIY) mitigation materials and guidance from a certified radon mitigator.
⚖️Assistance with Consumer Rights:
Sometimes protecting consumer rights means taking action against mitigation companies. The URC Radon Navigator™ program helps families with complaints about radon services understand their options and choose the best path forward. If filing a complaint is necessary, we guide families to the appropriate regulatory agency and provide hands-on support with completing the required forms. Our goal is to ensure families are heard, protected, and empowered throughout the process.
Radon Navigator™ Q&A
Understanding Radon
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can build up inside homes. Long-term exposure increases the risk of lung cancer. It’s invisible and odorless, so testing is the only way to know your risk.
The EPA strongly recommends mitigation if your home’s radon level is 4.0 pCi/L or higher. Even levels between 2.0–3.9 pCi/L may pose risks, and many families choose to mitigate for added protection.
Testing & Mitigation
Radon testing measures the level of radon gas in your home to assess potential health risks. There are two common approaches:
• Charcoal test kits (homeowner use): Small canisters filled with activated charcoal absorb radon particles over a short period (typically 2–7 days). Homeowners place the kit in their home and then mail it to a lab for analysis, providing a snapshot of radon levels.
• Digital monitors (professional use): Certified radon testing professionals use electronic devices that continuously measure radon and provide real-time readings. These monitors track changes over days or months, offering a more detailed picture of long-term exposure.
Both methods help determine whether radon mitigation is needed to reduce risk.
Mitigation is the process of reducing radon levels in your home, usually by installing a ventilation system that draws radon gas from beneath the foundation and vents it safely outside.
Most systems can be installed in one day, though complex homes may take longer. After installation, a follow-up test confirms the system is working.
Contractors & Costs
Look for contractors who are certified, transparent about costs, and willing to explain their system design. The Radon Navigator™ badge and pledge system helps identify ethical contractors committed to best practices.
In Utah, typical systems range from $1,200–$2,500, depending on your home’s size and foundation type. Be cautious of unusually low bids that may cut corners.
A clear scope of work, system design details, warranty terms, and post-installation testing. If these aren’t spelled out, ask for clarification before signing.
Consumer Protection
You have the right to clear information about costs, system design, and expected results. Contractors should provide written documentation and follow recognized standards.
Always request a post-installation radon test. A properly installed system should reduce levels below 4.0 pCi/L, often much lower.