Tuckerton, NJ Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Tuckerton in?

Tuckerton is in Ocean County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Tuckerton?

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

Ocean County

EPA Zone 3

Positioned in Ocean County near the New Jersey Pine Barrens, Tuckerton sits on sandy coastal plain sediments that typically produce lower radon levels. However, testing data for this 08087 area remains limited, and individual properties may still benefit from radon testing. The community's housing includes both older shore homes and newer developments, many with crawl spaces or slab foundations.

Tuckerton, NJ Radon Mitigation

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Tuckerton Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Tuckerton and the 08087 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Ocean County, NJ

Zip Code

08087

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Tuckerton and the 08087 zip code are located in Ocean County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A radon zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Tuckerton, NJ

What EPA Radon Zone is Tuckerton in?

Tuckerton and the 08087 zip code are in Ocean County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Tuckerton?

Radon mitigation in Tuckerton 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 Tuckerton?

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