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Canon City, CO Radon Mitigation and Testing

Avg: 10.50 pCi/L
Fremont County
EPA Zone 1
6 user tests

Canon City is located in Fremont County, Colorado. With 6 user-submitted readings averaging 10.50 pCi/L, the area exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold, and testing is strongly recommended for homeowners in the 81212 zip code.

10.50
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 6 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Canon City, CO. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Canon City, Colorado Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Canon City area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundationSubmitted
13 pCi/L Canon City, CO 21-50 Years No Basement/All Crawl Space Dec 2024
8 pCi/L Canon City, CO 21-50 Years No Basement/All Crawl Space Jun 2023
7 pCi/L Canon City, CO 0-20 Years Jan 2019

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Canon City Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Canon City and the 81212 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone
Zone 1 — High Risk
County
Fremont County, CO
Zip Code
81212
Predicted Screening Level
> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
Avg. User Submitted Level
10.50 pCi/L
User Tests Submitted
6

Canon City and the 81212 zip code are located in Fremont County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Canon City, CO

What is the average radon level in Canon City, CO?
Based on 6 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Canon City is 10.50 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Canon City in?
Canon City and the 81212 zip code are in Fremont County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Canon City?
Radon mitigation in Canon City 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 Canon City?
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 Colorado

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

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
Fairplay 12.00 pCi/L 9
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Denver 6.22 pCi/L 9
Montrose 9.25 pCi/L 8
Gunnison 7.38 pCi/L 8
Buena Vista 12.57 pCi/L 7
Pueblo 10.67 pCi/L 6
Grand Junction 8.17 pCi/L 6
Bayfield 6.00 pCi/L 6
Canon City 10.80 pCi/L 5
Aurora 7.40 pCi/L 5
Windsor 7.00 pCi/L 5
Telluride 6.80 pCi/L 5
Parker 5.40 pCi/L 5
Salida 15.50 pCi/L 4
Johnstown 9.50 pCi/L 4
Granby 9.00 pCi/L 4
Longmont 8.00 pCi/L 4
Edwards 6.75 pCi/L 4
Mancos 6.00 pCi/L 4