Mountain Home A F B, ID Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Mountain Home A F B in?

Mountain Home A F B is in Elmore County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Mountain Home A F B?

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

Elmore County

EPA Zone 1

This military installation in Elmore County serves the broader southwestern Idaho region, where Snake River Plain geology typically produces lower radon levels than Idaho's mountainous areas. Despite limited radon data for zip code 83648, base housing and surrounding civilian properties should still undergo testing due to the variability of radon concentrations. Military families and civilian residents alike benefit from understanding their individual radon exposure, especially given the transient nature of military housing assignments.

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Mountain Home A F B Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Mountain Home A F B and the 83648 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Elmore County, ID

Zip Code

83648

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Mountain Home A F B and the 83648 zip code are located in Elmore 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 Mountain Home A F B, ID

What EPA Radon Zone is Mountain Home A F B in?

Mountain Home A F B and the 83648 zip code are in Elmore 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 Mountain Home A F B?

Radon mitigation in Mountain Home A F B 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 Mountain Home A F B?

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 Idaho

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Idaho Falls	7.29 pCi/L	7
Hailey	7.83 pCi/L	6
Post Falls	9.00 pCi/L	5
Coeur D Alene	9.00 pCi/L	4
Moscow	7.75 pCi/L	4
Victor	6.67 pCi/L	3
Driggs	16.00 pCi/L	2
Hayden	8.50 pCi/L	2
Pocatello	8.50 pCi/L	2
Eagle	6.00 pCi/L	1
Boise	No submissions	0
Nampa	No submissions	0
Sandpoint	No submissions	0