Alfred, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Alfred in?

Alfred is in Allegany County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Alfred?

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

Allegany County

EPA Zone 1

Home to Alfred University in rural Allegany County, this community sits in EPA Zone 1 where the region's sedimentary bedrock and glacial deposits can facilitate radon accumulation. Local testing data for the 14802 area remains sparse, making individual home testing essential for both permanent residents and those in university housing.

Alfred, NY Radon Mitigation

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Alfred Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Alfred and the 14802 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Allegany County, NY

Zip Code

14802

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Alfred and the 14802 zip code are located in Allegany 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 Alfred, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Alfred in?

Alfred and the 14802 zip code are in Allegany 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 Alfred?

Radon mitigation in Alfred 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 Alfred?

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 York

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Brooklyn	10.80 pCi/L	5
Oneonta	6.50 pCi/L	4
Clifton Park	3.75 pCi/L	4
Elmira	15.00 pCi/L	3
Saugerties	10.67 pCi/L	3
Staten Island	4.00 pCi/L	3
New York	9.00 pCi/L	2
Yonkers	8.00 pCi/L	2
Horseheads	7.50 pCi/L	2
Poughkeepsie	16.00 pCi/L	1
Buffalo	4.00 pCi/L	1
Pelham	3.00 pCi/L	1