Rockford, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Rockford in?

Rockford is in Floyd County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Rockford?

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

Floyd County

EPA Zone 1

Positioned in north-central Iowa's Floyd County, Rockford sits on glacial deposits that contribute to Iowa's elevated radon potential statewide. The community's housing reflects typical rural Iowa construction, with many homes featuring full basements that can trap radon gas in zip code 50468. While current testing data is limited, Iowa's EPA Zone 1 status and geological conditions strongly recommend that all homeowners conduct radon testing.

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Rockford Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Rockford and the 50468 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Floyd County, IA

Zip Code

50468

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Rockford and the 50468 zip code are located in Floyd 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 Rockford, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Rockford in?

Rockford and the 50468 zip code are in Floyd 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 Rockford?

Radon mitigation in Rockford 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 Rockford?

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