Akron, OH Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Akron in?

Akron is in Summit County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Akron?

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

Summit County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Summit County as the heart of the Akron Metro area, this city sits in EPA Zone 1 where glacial deposits over shale bedrock create consistently high radon potential. The area spans multiple zip codes including 44301, 44302, and 44303, all with limited recent testing data despite the known geological risk. Given the prevalence of homes with full basements throughout the region, comprehensive radon testing and mitigation should be standard practice.

Akron, OH Radon Mitigation

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Akron Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Akron and the 44301 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Summit County, OH

Zip Code

44301

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Akron and the 44301 zip code are located in Summit 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 Akron, OH

What EPA Radon Zone is Akron in?

Akron and the 44301 zip code are in Summit 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 Akron?

Radon mitigation in Akron 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 Akron?

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 Ohio

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Marietta	8.00 pCi/L	5
Cincinnati	5.20 pCi/L	5
Hilliard	11.75 pCi/L	4
Wilmington	5.25 pCi/L	4
Newark	15.00 pCi/L	3
Athens	11.33 pCi/L	3
Findlay	10.33 pCi/L	3
Perrysburg	9.67 pCi/L	3
Powell	8.33 pCi/L	3
Columbus	6.00 pCi/L	3
Chagrin Falls	4.67 pCi/L	3
Hamilton	10.00 pCi/L	2
Chardon	5.50 pCi/L	2
Strongsville	4.50 pCi/L	2
Maineville	10.00 pCi/L	1
Lancaster	9.00 pCi/L	1
West Chester	9.00 pCi/L	1
Amherst	6.00 pCi/L	1
Chillicothe	6.00 pCi/L	1
Lima	5.00 pCi/L	1