Delmar, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Delmar in?

Delmar is in Clinton County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Delmar?

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

Clinton County

EPA Zone 1

Positioned in Clinton County along the Mississippi River in eastern Iowa, Delmar falls within EPA Zone 1 where elevated radon potential is common throughout the region. The area's river valley location combines alluvial soils with underlying limestone bedrock, creating geological conditions that can concentrate radon gas in residential foundations. Limited testing data for zip code 52037 emphasizes the need for individual home assessments, particularly in properties with the basements standard in Iowa river community construction.

Delmar, IA Radon Mitigation

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Delmar Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Delmar and the 52037 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Clinton County, IA

Zip Code

52037

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Delmar and the 52037 zip code are located in Clinton 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 Delmar, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Delmar in?

Delmar and the 52037 zip code are in Clinton 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 Delmar?

Radon mitigation in Delmar 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 Delmar?

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