Orchard, CO Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Orchard in?

Orchard is in Morgan County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Orchard?

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

Morgan County

EPA Zone 1

Situated in Morgan County within the Greeley Metro area, Orchard lies on Colorado's High Plains where uranium-rich soils can produce elevated radon levels despite the rural setting. The community's scattered residential properties in zip code 80649 typically feature basement construction that can trap radon gas effectively. Since local testing data remains limited, homeowners should test their properties to assess individual radon exposure risk.

Orchard, CO Radon Mitigation

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Orchard Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Orchard and the 80649 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Morgan County, CO

Zip Code

80649

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Orchard and the 80649 zip code are located in Morgan 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 Orchard, CO

What EPA Radon Zone is Orchard in?

Orchard and the 80649 zip code are in Morgan 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 Orchard?

Radon mitigation in Orchard 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 Orchard?

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.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Fairplay	12.00 pCi/L	9
Crested Butte	8.56 pCi/L	9
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