Guilford, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Guilford in?

Guilford is in Chenango County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Guilford?

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

Chenango County

EPA Zone 1

Positioned in rural Chenango County in south-central New York, Guilford sits on glacial deposits over shale and limestone bedrock common to the Appalachian foothills. With minimal radon testing data currently available, homeowners in the 13780 area should conduct independent testing. The community's older homes with stone basements and newer construction on various foundation types may show diverse radon characteristics.

Guilford, NY Radon Mitigation

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Guilford Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Guilford and the 13780 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Chenango County, NY

Zip Code

13780

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Guilford and the 13780 zip code are located in Chenango 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 Guilford, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Guilford in?

Guilford and the 13780 zip code are in Chenango 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 Guilford?

Radon mitigation in Guilford 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 Guilford?

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