Berkshire, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Berkshire in?

Berkshire is in Tioga County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Berkshire?

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

Tioga County

EPA Zone 1

Berkshire in Tioga County occupies the Southern Tier region where glacial deposits overlay sedimentary bedrock formations that can contribute to radon accumulation. The rural community's housing includes both historic farmsteads and newer residential construction across the 13736 zip code area. With comprehensive testing data unavailable, homeowners should prioritize individual radon testing to assess their specific property's radon levels.

Berkshire, NY Radon Mitigation

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Berkshire Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Berkshire and the 13736 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Tioga County, NY

Zip Code

13736

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Berkshire and the 13736 zip code are located in Tioga 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 Berkshire, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Berkshire in?

Berkshire and the 13736 zip code are in Tioga 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 Berkshire?

Radon mitigation in Berkshire 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 Berkshire?

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