Palisades, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Palisades in?

Palisades is in Rockland County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Palisades?

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

Rockland County

EPA Zone 3

Perched along the Hudson River cliffs in Rockland County, Palisades sits within the New York City Metro area and EPA Zone 3, suggesting generally low radon potential. Testing data for zip code 10964 remains limited, though homeowners should still consider testing. The community's unique geological position on diabase cliffs creates variable radon conditions, with homes built into or near the rock face potentially experiencing higher readings than those on level ground.

Palisades, NY Radon Mitigation

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Palisades Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Palisades and the 10964 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Rockland County, NY

Zip Code

10964

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Palisades and the 10964 zip code are located in Rockland 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 Palisades, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Palisades in?

Palisades and the 10964 zip code are in Rockland 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 Palisades?

Radon mitigation in Palisades 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 Palisades?

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