Kensett, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Kensett in?

Kensett is in Worth County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Kensett?

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

Worth County

EPA Zone 1

Situated in Worth County near the Minnesota border, Kensett sits on glaciated terrain that characterizes much of northern Iowa's agricultural region. Testing data for zip code 50448 is currently limited, emphasizing the need for individual home testing to assess radon risk accurately. The area's prairie soils over limestone bedrock, combined with the community's mix of farmhouses and newer rural homes, creates conditions where radon levels should be evaluated on a property-by-property basis.

Kensett, IA Radon Mitigation

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Kensett Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Kensett and the 50448 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Worth County, IA

Zip Code

50448

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Kensett and the 50448 zip code are located in Worth 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 Kensett, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Kensett in?

Kensett and the 50448 zip code are in Worth 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 Kensett?

Radon mitigation in Kensett 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 Kensett?

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