Lockwood, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Lockwood in?

Lockwood is in Tioga County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Lockwood?

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

Tioga County

EPA Zone 1

Positioned in Tioga County near the Pennsylvania border, Lockwood lies within the Binghamton Metro area where glacial deposits over sedimentary bedrock create variable radon conditions. Current testing data for zip code 14859 remains limited, emphasizing the importance of individual home testing. The community's mix of older rural homes and newer construction both require radon assessment given the region's geological characteristics.

Lockwood, NY Radon Mitigation

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Lockwood Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Lockwood and the 14859 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Tioga County, NY

Zip Code

14859

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Lockwood and the 14859 zip code are located in Tioga 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 Lockwood, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Lockwood in?

Lockwood and the 14859 zip code are in Tioga 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 Lockwood?

Radon mitigation in Lockwood 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 Lockwood?

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