Placerville, ID Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Placerville in?

Placerville is in Boise County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Placerville?

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

Boise County

EPA Zone 1

Found in Boise County's mountainous terrain within the Boise Metro region, Placerville sits on Idaho's complex geological formations that can produce variable radon levels throughout the area. Although specific testing data for this community is limited, Idaho's documented radon challenges and the region's typical housing characteristics warrant proactive radon assessment. Homeowners in zip code 83666 should conduct professional radon testing given the state's geological radon potential and the prevalence of basement foundations in mountain communities.

Placerville, ID Radon Mitigation

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Placerville Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Placerville and the 83666 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Boise County, ID

Zip Code

83666

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Placerville and the 83666 zip code are located in Boise 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 Placerville, ID

What EPA Radon Zone is Placerville in?

Placerville and the 83666 zip code are in Boise 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 Placerville?

Radon mitigation in Placerville 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 Placerville?

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