Passaic, NJ Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Passaic in?

Passaic is in Passaic County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Passaic?

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

Passaic County

EPA Zone 2

Situated in Passaic County along the Passaic River, this urban community sits on river valley alluvium and glacial lake deposits. Testing data for the 07055 area remains limited, making individual home assessment crucial for New York Metro residents. The city's dense housing stock—predominantly multi-family buildings from the early-to-mid 1900s with shared basements and older foundation systems—warrants comprehensive radon testing across different building types and ages.

Passaic, NJ Radon Mitigation

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Passaic, NJ Radon Testing

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Passaic Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Passaic and the 07055 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Passaic County, NJ

Zip Code

07055

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Passaic and the 07055 zip code are located in Passaic 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 Passaic, NJ

What EPA Radon Zone is Passaic in?

Passaic and the 07055 zip code are in Passaic 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 Passaic?

Radon mitigation in Passaic 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 Passaic?

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