Smelterville, ID Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Smelterville in?

Smelterville is in Shoshone County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Smelterville?

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

Shoshone County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Shoshone County within Idaho's Silver Valley mining district, Smelterville sits on alluvial soils and weathered granite formations typical of northern Idaho's mountainous terrain. The community's housing includes both historic mining-era homes and newer construction, many built on partial basements or concrete slab foundations. Since radon testing data is currently limited for zip code 83868, local homeowners are encouraged to conduct professional testing to establish baseline radon levels for this EPA Zone 1 area.

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Smelterville Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Smelterville and the 83868 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Shoshone County, ID

Zip Code

83868

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Smelterville and the 83868 zip code are located in Shoshone 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 Smelterville, ID

What EPA Radon Zone is Smelterville in?

Smelterville and the 83868 zip code are in Shoshone 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 Smelterville?

Radon mitigation in Smelterville 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 Smelterville?

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