Lanham, MD Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Lanham in?

Lanham is in Prince George's County, EPA Zone Unknown.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Lanham?

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

Prince George's County

EPA Zone Unknown

Part of the Washington Metro area, Lanham occupies Prince George's County in Maryland's coastal plain region where Cretaceous sediments typically yield moderate radon potential. While testing data for zip code 20706 remains limited, the area's clay soils and proximity to the Piedmont geological transition can create localized radon accumulation. Homeowners should test to determine their specific radon exposure levels.

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Lanham Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Lanham and the 20706 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Unknown

County

Prince George's County, MD

Zip Code

20706

Predicted Screening Level

Unknown

Lanham and the 20706 zip code are located in Prince George's County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A radon zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Lanham, MD

What EPA Radon Zone is Lanham in?

Lanham and the 20706 zip code are in Prince George's County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Lanham?

Radon mitigation in Lanham 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 Lanham?

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