Walcott, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Walcott in?

Walcott is in Scott County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Walcott?

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

Scott County

EPA Zone 1

Nestled in Scott County within the Davenport metro area, Walcott sits atop Mississippi River valley deposits and glacial till that contribute to Iowa's elevated radon potential. The community's mix of older farmsteads and newer residential developments creates varying foundation types and radon entry pathways. Without sufficient local testing data available, residents in zip code 52773 should conduct professional radon testing given the area's Zone 1 EPA classification.

Walcott, IA Radon Mitigation

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Walcott Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Walcott and the 52773 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Scott County, IA

Zip Code

52773

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Walcott and the 52773 zip code are located in Scott 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 Walcott, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Walcott in?

Walcott and the 52773 zip code are in Scott 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 Walcott?

Radon mitigation in Walcott 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 Walcott?

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