Houghton, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Houghton in?

Houghton is in Allegany County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Houghton?

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

Allegany County

EPA Zone 1

Located in rural Allegany County, Houghton sits within New York's Southern Tier where Devonian shale and sandstone bedrock can contribute to radon production. This EPA Zone 1 community at zip code 14744 currently lacks comprehensive testing data, making individual home assessment particularly important. The area's mix of college-related housing and rural residences, many with basement foundations, creates conditions where radon testing should be prioritized.

Houghton, NY Radon Mitigation

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Houghton Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Houghton and the 14744 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Allegany County, NY

Zip Code

14744

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Houghton and the 14744 zip code are located in Allegany 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 Houghton, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Houghton in?

Houghton and the 14744 zip code are in Allegany 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 Houghton?

Radon mitigation in Houghton 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 Houghton?

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