Hawkeye, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Hawkeye in?

Hawkeye is in Fayette County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Hawkeye?

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

Fayette County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Fayette County in northeast Iowa's driftless region, Hawkeye occupies terrain where glacial deposits and underlying limestone bedrock contribute to Iowa's elevated radon potential statewide. This small rural community's housing stock includes both historic properties and newer construction, many featuring the basement foundations that are standard throughout Iowa's climate zone. While testing data for zip code 52147 remains limited, Iowa residents should prioritize radon testing given the state's documented high radon risk across all counties.

Hawkeye, IA Radon Mitigation

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Hawkeye Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Hawkeye and the 52147 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Fayette County, IA

Zip Code

52147

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Hawkeye and the 52147 zip code are located in Fayette 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 Hawkeye, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Hawkeye in?

Hawkeye and the 52147 zip code are in Fayette 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 Hawkeye?

Radon mitigation in Hawkeye 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 Hawkeye?

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