Lowman, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Lowman in?

Lowman is in Chemung County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Lowman?

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

Chemung County

EPA Zone 1

Located in the Finger Lakes region of Chemung County, Lowman sits in an area of glacial deposits over shale bedrock typical of central New York. Testing data for the 14861 area remains unavailable, but the region's glacial geology and typically older housing stock suggest radon testing is recommended. Local homes often feature full basements, which can concentrate radon in below-grade living spaces.

Lowman, NY Radon Mitigation

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Lowman Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Lowman and the 14861 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Chemung County, NY

Zip Code

14861

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Lowman and the 14861 zip code are located in Chemung 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 Lowman, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Lowman in?

Lowman and the 14861 zip code are in Chemung 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 Lowman?

Radon mitigation in Lowman 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 Lowman?

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