Etna, ME Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Etna in?

Etna is in Penobscot County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Etna?

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

Penobscot County

EPA Zone 1

Rural Etna in Penobscot County, part of the Bangor Metro area, sits on Maine's glacial landscape where till deposits over granite bedrock create high radon potential. The community's housing stock includes older farmhouses and seasonal camps, many with stone or concrete block foundations in zip code 04434. Given Maine's typically elevated radon levels and limited local testing data, homeowners should prioritize professional radon assessment.

Etna, ME Radon Mitigation

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Etna, ME Radon Testing

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Etna Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Etna and the 04434 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Penobscot County, ME

Zip Code

04434

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Etna and the 04434 zip code are located in Penobscot 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 Etna, ME

What EPA Radon Zone is Etna in?

Etna and the 04434 zip code are in Penobscot 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 Etna?

Radon mitigation in Etna 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 Etna?

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