Deep River, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Deep River in?

Deep River is in Poweshiek County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Deep River?

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

Poweshiek County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Poweshiek County in east-central Iowa, Deep River sits within EPA Zone 1 where the prairie's glacial till deposits over limestone bedrock create high radon potential. The small community features typical Iowa residential construction with full basements that can concentrate radon gas from the surrounding soils. Given the absence of local testing data for zip code 52222, residents are advised to test their homes to understand individual radon exposure levels.

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Deep River Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Deep River and the 52222 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Poweshiek County, IA

Zip Code

52222

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Deep River and the 52222 zip code are located in Poweshiek 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 Deep River, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Deep River in?

Deep River and the 52222 zip code are in Poweshiek 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 Deep River?

Radon mitigation in Deep River 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 Deep River?

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