Pleasant Hill, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Pleasant Hill in?

Pleasant Hill is in Polk County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Pleasant Hill?

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

Polk County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Polk County within the Des Moines Metro area, Pleasant Hill sits over Iowa's glacial till deposits that can facilitate radon gas migration from underlying limestone bedrock typical of the region's EPA Zone 1 designation. Though specific testing data for this 50327 community is currently unavailable, the geological conditions and prevalence of homes with full basements make radon testing particularly important. The area's high radon potential warrants proactive testing by all homeowners.

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Pleasant Hill Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Pleasant Hill and the 50327 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Polk County, IA

Zip Code

50327

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Pleasant Hill and the 50327 zip code are located in Polk 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 Pleasant Hill, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Pleasant Hill in?

Pleasant Hill and the 50327 zip code are in Polk 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 Pleasant Hill?

Radon mitigation in Pleasant Hill 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 Pleasant Hill?

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