New Market, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is New Market in?

New Market is in Taylor County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in New Market?

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

Taylor County

EPA Zone 1

New Market in Taylor County represents southwest Iowa's EPA Zone 1 region where glacial deposits over limestone bedrock create high radon potential. The rural community's housing stock includes traditional farmhouses and newer homes, many with full basements characteristic of Iowa construction practices. With testing data limited for zip code 51646, individual radon testing is essential for understanding exposure levels in this agricultural area.

New Market, IA Radon Mitigation

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New Market Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for New Market and the 51646 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Taylor County, IA

Zip Code

51646

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

New Market and the 51646 zip code are located in Taylor 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 New Market, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is New Market in?

New Market and the 51646 zip code are in Taylor 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 New Market?

Radon mitigation in New Market 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 New Market?

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