Mount Auburn, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Mount Auburn in?

Mount Auburn is in Benton County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Mount Auburn?

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

Benton County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Benton County within the Cedar Rapids Metro area, Mount Auburn sits in eastern Iowa where Devonian limestone and Pennsylvanian deposits create elevated radon potential throughout the region. The rural community features predominantly single-family farmhouses and newer ranch-style homes, many with full basements typical of Iowa residential construction. Given the EPA Zone 1 classification and lack of current testing data for zip code 52313, residents should prioritize professional radon testing to understand their exposure levels.

Mount Auburn, IA Radon Mitigation

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Mount Auburn Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Mount Auburn and the 52313 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Benton County, IA

Zip Code

52313

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Mount Auburn and the 52313 zip code are located in Benton 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 Mount Auburn, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Mount Auburn in?

Mount Auburn and the 52313 zip code are in Benton 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 Mount Auburn?

Radon mitigation in Mount Auburn 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 Mount Auburn?

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