Richfield, OH Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Richfield in?

Richfield is in Summit County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Richfield?

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

Summit County

EPA Zone 1

Situated in Summit County within the Akron Metro area, Richfield lies in a high-risk radon zone where glacial deposits over shale bedrock create significant radon potential. Testing data for this 44286 community is currently limited, making individual home testing the primary means of assessing indoor air quality. Ohio's prevalence of basement homes and the area's geological conditions combine to create environments where radon accumulation can readily occur without proper mitigation.

Richfield, OH Radon Mitigation

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Richfield Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Richfield and the 44286 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Summit County, OH

Zip Code

44286

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Richfield and the 44286 zip code are located in Summit 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 Richfield, OH

What EPA Radon Zone is Richfield in?

Richfield and the 44286 zip code are in Summit 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 Richfield?

Radon mitigation in Richfield 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 Richfield?

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