Bingham Lake, MN Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Bingham Lake in?

Bingham Lake is in Cottonwood County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Bingham Lake?

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

Cottonwood County

EPA Zone 1

Located in southwestern Minnesota's Cottonwood County, Bingham Lake sits on glacial till deposits over Precambrian bedrock that can contribute to elevated radon potential. Testing data for zip code 56118 remains limited, encouraging local residents to conduct radon testing. The community includes traditional prairie town homes and rural residential properties, many featuring full basements common to Minnesota construction.

Bingham Lake, MN Radon Mitigation

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Bingham Lake Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Bingham Lake and the 56118 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Cottonwood County, MN

Zip Code

56118

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Bingham Lake and the 56118 zip code are located in Cottonwood 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 Bingham Lake, MN

What EPA Radon Zone is Bingham Lake in?

Bingham Lake and the 56118 zip code are in Cottonwood 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 Bingham Lake?

Radon mitigation in Bingham Lake 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 Bingham Lake?

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 Minnesota

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Savage	5.00 pCi/L	3
Faribault	10.00 pCi/L	2
Shakopee	6.50 pCi/L	2
Minneapolis	5.00 pCi/L	2
Lakeville	6.00 pCi/L	1
Delano	5.00 pCi/L	1
Montgomery	5.00 pCi/L	1
Rosemount	No submissions	0