Stony Brook, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Stony Brook in?

Stony Brook is in Suffolk County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Stony Brook?

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

Suffolk County

EPA Zone 3

Located in Suffolk County on Long Island's North Shore within the New York City Metro area, Stony Brook features a mix of university housing and suburban developments on glacial deposits. Limited radon testing data for zip code 11790 makes individual home assessment important for residents. Long Island's glacial geology and diverse housing stock create variable radon conditions requiring property-specific testing.

Stony Brook, NY Radon Mitigation

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Stony Brook Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Stony Brook and the 11790 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Suffolk County, NY

Zip Code

11790

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Stony Brook and the 11790 zip code are located in Suffolk 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 Stony Brook, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Stony Brook in?

Stony Brook and the 11790 zip code are in Suffolk 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 Stony Brook?

Radon mitigation in Stony Brook 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 Stony Brook?

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