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Winter Park, CO Radon Levels

Check local Winter Park radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe


Winter Park, CO Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Unknown Unknown
County Grand County, CO
Zip Code 80482

High in the Colorado Rockies within Grand County, Winter Park sits at elevation on granite and metamorphic bedrock formations that can produce elevated radon levels. The mountain community's housing includes ski lodges, vacation homes, and permanent residences, many with full basements excavated into rocky slopes. Since comprehensive testing data is not yet available for zip code 80482, local homeowners should prioritize radon testing given Colorado's high-altitude geological conditions.

9.48
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Nearby homeowner readings average 9.48 pCi/L, based on 21 tests from 10 nearby cities. No readings have been submitted for Winter Park yet, so the closest recorded data is shown as a benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Winter Park, CO

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Winter Park yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Idaho Springs 14.5 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Granby 16.8 mi 9.00 pCi/L 4
Black Hawk 17.3 mi 13.00 pCi/L 4
Golden 17.7 mi 9.00 pCi/L 2
Dillon 23.0 mi 8.50 pCi/L 2
Grand Lake 23.5 mi 6.00 pCi/L 2
Silverthorne 24.8 mi 10.00 pCi/L 3
Boulder 29.3 mi 12.00 pCi/L 1

Grand County Radon Profile

Grand County lacks a firm EPA zone classification, and the EPA recommends testing every home regardless of regional radon predictions. Direct test data for Grand County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Grand County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Winter Park, CO

What EPA Radon Zone is Winter Park in?
Winter Park and the 80482 zip code are in Grand County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Winter Park?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Winter Park yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Grand County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Winter Park homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Winter Park?
Radon mitigation in Winter Park 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 Winter Park?
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.