Cascade, MD Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Cascade in?

Cascade is in Washington County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Cascade?

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

Washington County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Washington County within the Hagerstown Metro area, Cascade sits in the Appalachian foothills where limestone bedrock and residual soils create moderate to high radon potential. The community features a mix of older stone and frame construction alongside newer development, with various foundation types including basements common in this region. With current radon testing data limited for the area, homeowners should test to establish individual property radon levels.

Cascade, MD Radon Mitigation

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Cascade Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Cascade and the 21719 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Washington County, MD

Zip Code

21719

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Cascade and the 21719 zip code are located in Washington 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 Cascade, MD

What EPA Radon Zone is Cascade in?

Cascade and the 21719 zip code are in Washington 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 Cascade?

Radon mitigation in Cascade 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 Cascade?

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 Maryland

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Frederick	8.29 pCi/L	7
Potomac	9.00 pCi/L	6
Hagerstown	8.67 pCi/L	6
Westminster	14.50 pCi/L	4
Baltimore	7.00 pCi/L	4
Annapolis	4.25 pCi/L	4
Upper Marlboro	15.00 pCi/L	3
Edgewater	12.67 pCi/L	3
Bowie	9.00 pCi/L	3
Clarksburg	8.00 pCi/L	3
Gambrills	6.00 pCi/L	3
Elkton	5.33 pCi/L	3
Silver Spring	4.33 pCi/L	3
Chesapeake Beach	14.00 pCi/L	2
Cumberland	9.00 pCi/L	2
Frostburg	9.00 pCi/L	2
Owings	5.50 pCi/L	2
Huntingtown	4.50 pCi/L	2
Mc Henry	20.00 pCi/L	1
Mount Airy	20.00 pCi/L	1