Fort Madison, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Fort Madison in?

Fort Madison is in Lee County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Fort Madison?

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

Lee County

EPA Zone 1

Perched along the Mississippi River in Lee County, Fort Madison combines river valley alluvial soils with underlying Paleozoic bedrock that can contribute to radon accumulation. Current testing data for the 52627 area remains limited, emphasizing the importance of individual home testing for residents. The city's historic housing stock, including many homes with basements near the river bluffs, may be particularly susceptible to radon entry through foundation materials.

Fort Madison, IA Radon Mitigation

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Fort Madison Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Fort Madison and the 52627 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Lee County, IA

Zip Code

52627

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Fort Madison and the 52627 zip code are located in Lee 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 Fort Madison, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Fort Madison in?

Fort Madison and the 52627 zip code are in Lee 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 Fort Madison?

Radon mitigation in Fort Madison 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 Fort Madison?

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