Cohoes, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Cohoes in?

Cohoes is in Albany County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Cohoes?

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

Albany County

EPA Zone 1

Situated at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers in Albany County, Cohoes (12047) lies within the Albany Metro area where ancient bedrock and glacial deposits create high radon potential. Testing data is currently unavailable for this historic industrial city, though the region's geological composition and prevalence of older homes with basement foundations make radon testing strongly recommended. The community's dense urban development and mix of 19th and 20th-century construction provides varying foundation types that can influence radon accumulation patterns.

Cohoes, NY Radon Mitigation

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Cohoes Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Cohoes and the 12047 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Albany County, NY

Zip Code

12047

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Cohoes and the 12047 zip code are located in Albany 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 Cohoes, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Cohoes in?

Cohoes and the 12047 zip code are in Albany 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 Cohoes?

Radon mitigation in Cohoes 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 Cohoes?

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