Fort Recovery, OH Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Fort Recovery in?

Fort Recovery is in Mercer County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Fort Recovery?

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

Mercer County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Mercer County within Ohio's EPA Zone 1 designation, Fort Recovery (58033) currently has limited radon testing data available. The area's glacial deposits over limestone bedrock create conditions that can produce elevated radon levels in homes. Homeowners should conduct professional radon testing to determine their specific exposure risk, particularly in homes with basements or crawl spaces.

Fort Recovery, OH Radon Mitigation

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Fort Recovery Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Fort Recovery and the 45846 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Mercer County, OH

Zip Code

45846

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Fort Recovery and the 45846 zip code are located in Mercer 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 Fort Recovery, OH

What EPA Radon Zone is Fort Recovery in?

Fort Recovery and the 45846 zip code are in Mercer 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 Fort Recovery?

Radon mitigation in Fort Recovery 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 Fort Recovery?

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 Ohio

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Marietta	8.00 pCi/L	5
Cincinnati	5.20 pCi/L	5
Hilliard	11.75 pCi/L	4
Wilmington	5.25 pCi/L	4
Newark	15.00 pCi/L	3
Athens	11.33 pCi/L	3
Findlay	10.33 pCi/L	3
Perrysburg	9.67 pCi/L	3
Powell	8.33 pCi/L	3
Columbus	6.00 pCi/L	3
Chagrin Falls	4.67 pCi/L	3
Hamilton	10.00 pCi/L	2
Chardon	5.50 pCi/L	2
Strongsville	4.50 pCi/L	2
Maineville	10.00 pCi/L	1
Lancaster	9.00 pCi/L	1
West Chester	9.00 pCi/L	1
Amherst	6.00 pCi/L	1
Chillicothe	6.00 pCi/L	1
Lima	5.00 pCi/L	1