Farmington, NM Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Farmington in?

Farmington is in San Juan County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Farmington?

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

San Juan County

EPA Zone 1

Located in San Juan County in northwestern New Mexico, Farmington sits within the Colorado Plateau's high desert environment where uranium-bearing rock formations can influence radon levels. Testing data remains limited for the 87401 zip code, making individual home testing essential for residents to understand their specific radon exposure risk.

Farmington, NM Radon Mitigation

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Farmington Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Farmington and the 87401 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

San Juan County, NM

Zip Code

87401

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Farmington and the 87401 zip code are located in San Juan County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Farmington, NM

What EPA Radon Zone is Farmington in?

Farmington and the 87401 zip code are in San Juan County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Farmington?

Radon mitigation in Farmington 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 Farmington?

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 Mexico

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Santa Fe	7.78 pCi/L	9
El Prado	10.40 pCi/L	5
Taos	10.50 pCi/L	2
Las Cruces	7.00 pCi/L	2
Albuquerque	4.00 pCi/L	2
Alamogordo	4.00 pCi/L	1
Clovis	No submissions	0