Palermo, ME Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Palermo in?

Palermo is in Waldo County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Palermo?

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

Waldo County

EPA Zone 2

Located in rural Waldo County in central Maine, Palermo sits within EPA Zone 2, indicating moderate radon potential. Testing data for this community is currently limited, making individual home testing essential for residents of zip code 04354. The area's granite bedrock and glacial till soils common throughout Maine can produce elevated radon levels, particularly in homes with basements or crawl spaces built into the naturally occurring rocky terrain.

Palermo, ME Radon Mitigation

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Palermo Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Palermo and the 04354 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Waldo County, ME

Zip Code

04354

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Palermo and the 04354 zip code are located in Waldo County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Palermo, ME

What EPA Radon Zone is Palermo in?

Palermo and the 04354 zip code are in Waldo County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Palermo?

Radon mitigation in Palermo 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 Palermo?

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