Pickens, AR Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Pickens in?

Pickens is in Desha County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Pickens?

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

Desha County

EPA Zone 3

Pickens, AR resides in Desha County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L. Testing is recommended for all homes in the 71662 zip code area.

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Pickens Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Pickens and the 71662 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Desha County, AR

Zip Code

71662

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Pickens and the 71662 zip code are located in Desha County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A radon zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Pickens, AR

What EPA Radon Zone is Pickens in?

Pickens and the 71662 zip code are in Desha County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Pickens?

Radon mitigation in Pickens 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 Pickens?

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 Arkansas

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Hot Springs Village	11.60 pCi/L	5
Bentonville	4.00 pCi/L	4
Bella Vista	13.67 pCi/L	3
Little Rock	7.00 pCi/L	1