Elmwood Park, NJ Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Elmwood Park in?

Elmwood Park is in Bergen County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Elmwood Park?

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

Bergen County

EPA Zone 2

Part of northern New Jersey's Bergen County within the New York City Metro area, Elmwood Park sits on glacial outwash deposits in zip code 07407. While comprehensive radon testing data for this densely developed community is limited, New Jersey's geology can produce variable radon conditions across neighborhoods. Homeowners should consider testing their properties, particularly split-level and ranch homes with lower-level family rooms where radon typically concentrates.

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Elmwood Park Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Elmwood Park and the 07407 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Bergen County, NJ

Zip Code

07407

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Elmwood Park and the 07407 zip code are located in Bergen 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 Elmwood Park, NJ

What EPA Radon Zone is Elmwood Park in?

Elmwood Park and the 07407 zip code are in Bergen 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 Elmwood Park?

Radon mitigation in Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park?

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