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Radon education for New Mexico homeowners
Everything we wish every homeowner knew before they got a test result — written to be useful whether or not you ever hire us.
- Radon mitigation costRadon mitigation is priced on how hard it is to move air under your specific foundation — not on square footage. Here is what each line item actually represents.
- Radon in New MexicoNew Mexico sits on some of the most uranium-rich geology in the country. Combine that with dry, permeable soils and it becomes clear why testing matters here more than in most states.
- EPA action levelsTwo numbers drive nearly every radon decision: 4.0 pCi/L, where the EPA recommends action, and 2.0 pCi/L, where it suggests considering it. Here is what sits behind them.
- How mitigation worksA mitigation system does not filter radon. It reverses the pressure difference that pulls soil gas into your home in the first place.
- Testing methodsEvery radon test measures the same thing, but the method determines how much you can trust the number and what decisions it can support.
- Buying a homeAn elevated radon result is one of the most fixable findings in a home inspection. Handled early, it rarely threatens a closing.
- Selling a homeRadon discovered during a buyer's inspection is a negotiation. Radon discovered before you list is a line item you control.
- Health risksRadon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. The mechanism is well understood, and the risk scales with concentration and time.
Comparisons
Side-by-side breakdowns of the decisions homeowners weigh most often.
- Passive vs active systemsA passive system relies on natural airflow. An active system adds a fan. The distinction determines whether your home is reliably protected or only sometimes.
- DIY vs professional testingA DIY kit is a legitimate way to find out whether you have a problem. A professional test is what you need when the result has to hold up to someone else's scrutiny.
- Fan replacement vs new systemIf the design was right and only the fan died, replacement is a short visit. If the system never brought the house under 4.0 pCi/L, a new fan will not fix it.
- Interior vs exterior ventingBoth routes work. The choice is about appearance, access, and durability — not about how much radon the system removes.
- Encapsulation vs depressurizationEncapsulation is a barrier. Depressurization is a pump. Radon mitigation in a crawlspace needs both working together.
Not sure where to start? Call and ask.
We will walk you through testing, what your result means, and what a system for your home would involve — no pressure either way.