Aplington, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Aplington in?

Aplington is in Butler County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Aplington?

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

Butler County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Butler County within the Waterloo metro area, Aplington sits in Iowa's EPA Zone 1 where glacial till deposits over limestone bedrock typically produce elevated radon potential. The community lacks recent testing data for zip code 50604, highlighting the need for homeowner-initiated radon testing. Rural Iowa's predominant full-basement construction and dense glacial soils create ideal conditions for radon gas accumulation and entry into homes.

Aplington, IA Radon Mitigation

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Aplington Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Aplington and the 50604 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Butler County, IA

Zip Code

50604

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Aplington and the 50604 zip code are located in Butler 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 Aplington, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Aplington in?

Aplington and the 50604 zip code are in Butler 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 Aplington?

Radon mitigation in Aplington 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 Aplington?

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 Iowa

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Waterloo	8.50 pCi/L	4
Ames	9.67 pCi/L	3
Fairfield	14.00 pCi/L	2
Mount Pleasant	12.00 pCi/L	2
Ottumwa	5.50 pCi/L	2
Iowa City	7.00 pCi/L	1
Muscatine	No submissions	0