Kelley, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Kelley in?

Kelley is in Story County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Kelley?

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

Story County

EPA Zone 1

Situated in Story County within central Iowa's agricultural heartland, Kelley rests on thick glacial deposits over limestone bedrock formations that contribute to Iowa's high radon potential. The community features typical Iowa housing with many homes built with full basement foundations that provide optimal conditions for radon accumulation. Although specific testing data is limited for zip code 50134, residents should conduct radon testing as Iowa consistently ranks among the highest states for residential radon levels.

Kelley, IA Radon Mitigation

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Kelley Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Kelley and the 50134 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Story County, IA

Zip Code

50134

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Kelley and the 50134 zip code are located in Story 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 Kelley, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Kelley in?

Kelley and the 50134 zip code are in Story 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 Kelley?

Radon mitigation in Kelley 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 Kelley?

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