Richmond, OH Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Richmond in?

Richmond is in Jefferson County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Richmond?

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

Jefferson County

EPA Zone 1

Situated in Jefferson County along the Ohio River valley, Richmond's geology includes sedimentary formations that can influence radon levels in homes. The community's housing stock in zip code 43944 includes older properties with varying foundation types. With limited local testing data available, residents should conduct professional radon measurements to determine their home's specific risk level.

Richmond, OH Radon Mitigation

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Richmond, OH Radon Testing

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Richmond Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Richmond and the 43944 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Jefferson County, OH

Zip Code

43944

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Richmond and the 43944 zip code are located in Jefferson 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 Richmond, OH

What EPA Radon Zone is Richmond in?

Richmond and the 43944 zip code are in Jefferson 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 Richmond?

Radon mitigation in Richmond 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 Richmond?

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