Fort Lee, NJ Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Fort Lee in?

Fort Lee is in Bergen County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Fort Lee?

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

Positioned in Bergen County along the Hudson River within the New York City Metro, Fort Lee sits on glacial deposits over sedimentary bedrock. The community's high-rise apartments and older residential buildings may experience varying radon levels depending on construction methods and foundation types. Given limited local testing data in the 07024 zip code, residents should conduct individual assessments to determine their radon exposure risk.

Fort Lee, NJ Radon Mitigation

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Fort Lee Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Fort Lee and the 07024 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Bergen County, NJ

Zip Code

07024

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Fort Lee and the 07024 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 Fort Lee, NJ

What EPA Radon Zone is Fort Lee in?

Fort Lee and the 07024 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 Fort Lee?

Radon mitigation in Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee?

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