Hempstead, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Hempstead in?

Hempstead is in Nassau County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Hempstead?

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

Nassau County

EPA Zone 3

Based in Nassau County within the New York City Metro area, Hempstead sits on Long Island where glacial deposits and underlying sedimentary rock create variable radon conditions across different neighborhoods. Testing data for this suburban community is currently limited, making individual home testing particularly important given the area's dense housing development. Long Island's geological diversity means radon levels can vary significantly even within the same zip code area.

Hempstead, NY Radon Mitigation

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Hempstead Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Hempstead and the 11550 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Nassau County, NY

Zip Code

11550

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Hempstead and the 11550 zip code are located in Nassau County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A radon zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Hempstead, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Hempstead in?

Hempstead and the 11550 zip code are in Nassau County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Hempstead?

Radon mitigation in Hempstead 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 Hempstead?

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