Sidney, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Sidney in?

Sidney is in Delaware County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Sidney?

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

Delaware County

EPA Zone 1

Sidney in Delaware County lies within the Catskill Mountains' foothills, where sedimentary bedrock and glacial deposits create conditions conducive to radon accumulation. The area's housing includes many older homes with stone foundations and full basements typical of upstate New York construction. Since testing data for zip code 13838 is currently unavailable, residents should conduct radon measurements to understand their home's specific risk profile in this geologically active region.

Sidney, NY Radon Mitigation

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Sidney Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Sidney and the 13838 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Delaware County, NY

Zip Code

13838

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Sidney and the 13838 zip code are located in Delaware 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 Sidney, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Sidney in?

Sidney and the 13838 zip code are in Delaware 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 Sidney?

Radon mitigation in Sidney 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 Sidney?

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