East Orange, NJ Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is East Orange in?

East Orange is in Essex County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in East Orange?

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

Essex County

EPA Zone 2

Situated in Essex County within the New York City Metro area, East Orange sits on the Watchung Mountains' eastern slope where ancient bedrock and urban soils create moderate radon potential across zip codes 07017 and 07018. Limited testing data for this densely populated community makes individual home testing essential for residents. The area's diverse housing stock, from Victorian-era homes to modern high-rises, presents varying foundation types that can influence radon entry patterns.

East Orange, NJ Radon Mitigation

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East Orange, NJ Radon Testing

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East Orange Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for East Orange and the 07017 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Essex County, NJ

Zip Code

07017

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

East Orange and the 07017 zip code are located in Essex 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 East Orange, NJ

What EPA Radon Zone is East Orange in?

East Orange and the 07017 zip code are in Essex 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 East Orange?

Radon mitigation in East Orange 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 East Orange?

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 New Jersey

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Cherry Hill	6.44 pCi/L	9
Hillsborough	6.14 pCi/L	7
Freehold	10.50 pCi/L	6
Marlboro	6.17 pCi/L	6
Bernardsville	7.00 pCi/L	5
Phillipsburg	7.00 pCi/L	5
Edison	5.60 pCi/L	5
Princeton	5.40 pCi/L	5
Sussex	9.75 pCi/L	4
Piscataway	6.75 pCi/L	4
Caldwell	5.00 pCi/L	4
Atlantic Highlands	4.75 pCi/L	4
West Orange	4.00 pCi/L	4
Basking Ridge	3.75 pCi/L	4
Hackettstown	3.75 pCi/L	4
Livingston	3.25 pCi/L	4
Nutley	3.25 pCi/L	4
Sicklerville	7.00 pCi/L	3
Clifton	6.00 pCi/L	3
Westfield	6.00 pCi/L	3