Garfield, NJ Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Garfield in?

Garfield is in Bergen County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Garfield?

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

This Bergen County community within the New York City Metro area sits in EPA Zone 2, indicating moderate radon potential across zip code 07026. Though comprehensive testing data remains limited, the densely developed housing stock typical of northern New Jersey can present varying radon conditions from home to home. Professional testing remains the only reliable way to determine individual radon levels in this established residential area.

Garfield, NJ Radon Mitigation

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Garfield, NJ Radon Testing

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Garfield Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Garfield and the 07026 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Bergen County, NJ

Zip Code

07026

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Garfield and the 07026 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 Garfield, NJ

What EPA Radon Zone is Garfield in?

Garfield and the 07026 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 Garfield?

Radon mitigation in Garfield 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 Garfield?

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