Durham, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Durham in?

Durham is in Greene County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Durham?

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

Greene County

EPA Zone 1

Nestled in Greene County within New York's scenic Catskill Mountains region, Durham benefits from its rural setting in zip code 12422. While specific radon testing data isn't available for this area, the region's bedrock geology and mountainous terrain can influence indoor radon levels. Homeowners in this area should prioritize radon testing, particularly in homes with basements or those built into hillsides.

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Durham Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Durham and the 12422 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Greene County, NY

Zip Code

12422

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Durham and the 12422 zip code are located in Greene 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 Durham, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Durham in?

Durham and the 12422 zip code are in Greene 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 Durham?

Radon mitigation in Durham 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 Durham?

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