Drummond Island, MI Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Drummond Island in?

Drummond Island is in Chippewa County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Drummond Island?

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

Chippewa County

EPA Zone 3

Located in Chippewa County in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Drummond Island sits on Ordovician limestone bedrock surrounded by the waters of Lake Huron. While testing data is unavailable for zip code 49726, the island's EPA Zone 3 classification suggests lower radon potential typical of Great Lakes island communities. However, seasonal homes and properties with basements should still consider periodic radon testing.

Drummond Island, MI Radon Mitigation

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Drummond Island Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Drummond Island and the 49726 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Chippewa County, MI

Zip Code

49726

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Drummond Island and the 49726 zip code are located in Chippewa County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A radon zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Drummond Island, MI

What EPA Radon Zone is Drummond Island in?

Drummond Island and the 49726 zip code are in Chippewa County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Drummond Island?

Radon mitigation in Drummond Island 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 Drummond Island?

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 Michigan

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Novi	5.00 pCi/L	7
Rochester	9.00 pCi/L	5
Battle Creek	6.60 pCi/L	5
White Lake	10.00 pCi/L	4
Ypsilanti	8.50 pCi/L	4
Waterford	7.75 pCi/L	4
Howell	7.50 pCi/L	4
Gaylord	6.00 pCi/L	4
Gladstone	5.25 pCi/L	4
West Bloomfield	5.25 pCi/L	4
Clarkston	5.00 pCi/L	4
Flint	9.00 pCi/L	3
Pinckney	7.33 pCi/L	3
Northville	5.33 pCi/L	3
Milford	4.33 pCi/L	3
Plymouth	4.33 pCi/L	3
Portage	3.33 pCi/L	3
Lake Orion	11.00 pCi/L	2
Oxford	11.00 pCi/L	2
Grand Ledge	7.00 pCi/L	2