Sims, AR Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Sims in?

Sims is in Montgomery County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Sims?

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

Montgomery County

EPA Zone 2

Situated in Montgomery County within Arkansas's Ouachita Mountains region, Sims benefits from generally lower radon potential due to its crystalline bedrock geology. However, with no local testing data available for zip code 71969, residents cannot assume their individual homes are low-risk. Testing remains the only reliable way to determine radon levels in any specific home.

Sims, AR Radon Mitigation

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Sims Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Sims and the 71969 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Montgomery County, AR

Zip Code

71969

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Sims and the 71969 zip code are located in Montgomery 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 Sims, AR

What EPA Radon Zone is Sims in?

Sims and the 71969 zip code are in Montgomery 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 Sims?

Radon mitigation in Sims 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 Sims?

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