Detroit, AL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Detroit in?

Detroit is in Lamar County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Detroit?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

Lamar County

EPA Zone 2

Situated in Lamar County in northwestern Alabama, this small community sits on sedimentary formations of the Cumberland Plateau foothills. With radon testing data limited for the 35552 area, homeowners should consider professional testing to establish baseline readings. Local housing stock includes older rural homes and newer construction, many with partial basements or crawl space foundations.

Detroit, AL Radon Mitigation

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Detroit Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Detroit and the 35552 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Lamar County, AL

Zip Code

35552

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Detroit and the 35552 zip code are located in Lamar County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Detroit, AL

What EPA Radon Zone is Detroit in?

Detroit and the 35552 zip code are in Lamar County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Detroit?

Radon mitigation in Detroit typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most homes with standard basements can be mitigated with a sub-slab depressurization system in the $1,000–$1,500 range. Factors that can increase cost include complex foundations, crawl spaces, or very high radon levels.

Should I test for radon if I'm buying a home in Detroit?

Yes. Radon testing should be part of every home purchase. A short-term radon test is typically included as part of the home inspection process and costs $150–$250. If elevated levels are found, you can negotiate mitigation as part of the sale.

Most Active Radon Markets in Alabama

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Huntsville	9.00 pCi/L	2
Birmingham	7.00 pCi/L	2
Madison	4.00 pCi/L	1