Buckfield, ME Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Buckfield in?

Buckfield is in Oxford County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Buckfield?

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

Oxford County

EPA Zone 1

Rural Oxford County town Buckfield sits among Maine's rolling hills where granite bedrock and glacial deposits create conditions favorable for radon accumulation. The area's housing includes both historic New England farmhouses with stone cellars and more recent homes with modern foundations, many featuring full basements common to the region's climate. With radon testing data for zip code 04220 currently limited and Maine's generally high radon potential, homeowners should consider professional testing.

Buckfield, ME Radon Mitigation

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Buckfield Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Buckfield and the 04220 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Oxford County, ME

Zip Code

04220

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Buckfield and the 04220 zip code are located in Oxford 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 Buckfield, ME

What EPA Radon Zone is Buckfield in?

Buckfield and the 04220 zip code are in Oxford 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 Buckfield?

Radon mitigation in Buckfield 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 Buckfield?

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 Maine

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Rumford	5.67 pCi/L	3
York	8.50 pCi/L	2
Saco	7.50 pCi/L	2
Hampden	4.50 pCi/L	2
Scarborough	14.00 pCi/L	1
Kittery	12.00 pCi/L	1
South Portland	10.00 pCi/L	1
Portland	4.00 pCi/L	1