Ohio City, OH Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Ohio City in?

Ohio City is in Van Wert County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Ohio City?

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

Van Wert County

EPA Zone 1

Situated in northwestern Ohio's Van Wert County, Ohio City rests on glacial till over limestone bedrock that creates moderate radon potential throughout the region. The community's housing in zip code 45874 consists primarily of single-family homes with full basements common in Ohio. With limited radon testing data available for Ohio City, homeowners should conduct testing to determine their property's individual radon levels.

Ohio City, OH Radon Mitigation

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Ohio City Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Ohio City and the 45874 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Van Wert County, OH

Zip Code

45874

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Ohio City and the 45874 zip code are located in Van Wert 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 Ohio City, OH

What EPA Radon Zone is Ohio City in?

Ohio City and the 45874 zip code are in Van Wert 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 Ohio City?

Radon mitigation in Ohio City 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 Ohio City?

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