Kingston, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Kingston in?

Kingston is in Ulster County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Kingston?

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

Ulster County

EPA Zone 1

Historic Kingston serves as the county seat of Ulster County along the Hudson River, where shale and limestone bedrock formations create moderate radon potential throughout the region. Testing data for the 12401 zip code area remains sparse, making individual property assessment essential. Given the area's older housing stock with stone foundations and full basements, residents should prioritize radon testing.

Kingston, NY Radon Mitigation

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Kingston Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Kingston and the 12401 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Ulster County, NY

Zip Code

12401

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Kingston and the 12401 zip code are located in Ulster 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 Kingston, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Kingston in?

Kingston and the 12401 zip code are in Ulster 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 Kingston?

Radon mitigation in Kingston 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 Kingston?

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