Santaquin, Utah County · ZIP 84655
Radon Mitigation in Santaquin, UT
Got a high radon test? We connect Santaquin homeowners with a licensed, NRPP/NRSB-certified local contractor for a free, no-obligation quote.
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Radon and Santaquin homes
Santaquin is at the south end of Utah Valley near the Juab County line, along I-15 and the Mount Nebo area. Once mostly orchards, it has added many new subdivisions in recent years.
Santaquin homes include older houses in the town core and many newer single-family homes with full basements. New growth means many households are recent arrivals who haven't tested yet.
Santaquin tip: Because Santaquin is at the south edge of the county, ask contractors about their service area. Many south-county contractors cover it.
Should you test your Santaquin home?
Yes. The Utah County Health Department says one out of three Utah homes has unsafe radon levels, and recommends testing at least every five years or after a remodel. The EPA radon zone map places Utah County in Zone 2 (moderate potential), but EPA is clear that the map can't predict any single home and that every home should be tested. Radon in Santaquin can differ from house to house, even on the same street.
Test the lowest level of your home that you use as living space. The colder months are the best time to test. You can order a discounted short-term kit through radon.utah.gov, or borrow a professional continuous monitor from the Utah County Health Department's Provo office from October through March for a small fee.
What your result means
- Below 4 pCi/L: below the EPA and Utah action level. Retest every two to five years.
- 4 to 6 pCi/L: Utah DEQ suggests a long-term test to confirm.
- Above 4 pCi/L: EPA and Utah suggest mitigation. Contact a certified professional.
How radon mitigation works in Santaquin
According to Utah DEQ, a typical system uses a roughly five-inch hole in the foundation, four-inch PVC pipe and an exhaust fan outside or in the attic to pull radon from under the home and vent it away. DEQ estimates the cost at around $2,000, plus about $8 to $10 a month in electricity, with a fan replacement after about 15 years. Get a retest after the system has run for at least 24 hours, and check the manometer gauge regularly. See our radon mitigation cost guide for what changes the price.
Choosing a contractor
Utah requires mitigation to be done by a licensed contractor with NRPP or NRSB certification. Utah DEQ suggests getting three bids and looking for diagnostic testing, a warning device, a post-install retest and a written guarantee to reach 4 pCi/L or below. When you request a quote, we pass it to an independent, licensed, certified contractor who serves Santaquin.
Nearby service areas
We also connect homeowners near Santaquin in Genola, Payson, Elk Ridge, Goshen. See all Utah County service areas.
Santaquin radon FAQ
Do contractors serve Santaquin?
Many Utah County contractors do. We'll try to connect you with one who covers south county.
When is the best time to test?
The Utah County Health Department says the colder months are best.
What does mitigation involve?
Utah DEQ describes drilling a roughly five-inch hole in the foundation and using four-inch PVC and an exterior or attic fan to vent radon from beneath the home.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Santaquin?
Utah DEQ says a system should cost around $2,000, and price depends on the home's size, foundation and layout rather than the city. See our cost guide for details.
Who can install a radon system in Santaquin?
Utah requires a licensed contractor with NRPP or NRSB certification. A handyman registration does not qualify.