Nelsonville, OH Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Nelsonville in?

Nelsonville is in Athens County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Nelsonville?

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

Athens County

EPA Zone 2

Situated in Athens County within the Appalachian foothills southeast of Columbus, Nelsonville sits on Pennsylvanian sandstone and shale formations that typically produce moderate radon levels. Testing data for zip code 45764 remains limited, making it difficult to establish community-specific radon patterns. Homeowners should conduct testing, particularly in older properties with basement foundations that may allow increased soil gas infiltration.

Nelsonville, OH Radon Mitigation

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Nelsonville Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Nelsonville and the 45764 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Athens County, OH

Zip Code

45764

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Nelsonville and the 45764 zip code are located in Athens County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Nelsonville, OH

What EPA Radon Zone is Nelsonville in?

Nelsonville and the 45764 zip code are in Athens County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Nelsonville?

Radon mitigation in Nelsonville 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 Nelsonville?

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