Birney, MT Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Birney in?

Birney is in Rosebud County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Birney?

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

Rosebud County

EPA Zone 1

Remote Rosebud County in southeastern Montana encompasses Birney, where zip code 59012 sits within the Northern Great Plains geological province. Although specific radon testing data remains limited for this sparsely populated area, the underlying sedimentary rock formations can contain naturally occurring uranium sources. Rural homeowners should consider radon testing, particularly for homes with basements or those built on fractured bedrock that might facilitate gas migration.

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Birney Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Birney and the 59012 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Rosebud County, MT

Zip Code

59012

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Birney and the 59012 zip code are located in Rosebud 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 Birney, MT

What EPA Radon Zone is Birney in?

Birney and the 59012 zip code are in Rosebud 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 Birney?

Radon mitigation in Birney 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 Birney?

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 Montana

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Butte	10.20 pCi/L	10
Missoula	6.25 pCi/L	8
Florence	11.67 pCi/L	3
Bozeman	10.33 pCi/L	3
Helena	8.67 pCi/L	3
Stevensville	7.67 pCi/L	3
Sidney	7.33 pCi/L	3
Billings	5.33 pCi/L	3
Miles City	3.33 pCi/L	3
Kalispell	7.50 pCi/L	2
Great Falls	4.50 pCi/L	2
Whitefish	4.00 pCi/L	2
Ennis	9.00 pCi/L	1
Livingston	No submissions	0