Cascade Locks, OR Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Cascade Locks in?

Cascade Locks is in Hood River County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Cascade Locks?

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

Hood River County

EPA Zone 2

Located in Hood River County within the Portland Metro area, Cascade Locks sits in the Columbia River Gorge where basalt bedrock and river deposits typically produce lower radon levels. The historic community features older homes and newer construction, many built on river terraces with various foundation types. While current radon testing data is limited for this scenic area, homeowners should still consider testing given the variability of radon in different geological settings.

Cascade Locks, OR Radon Mitigation

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Cascade Locks Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Cascade Locks and the 97014 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Hood River County, OR

Zip Code

97014

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Cascade Locks and the 97014 zip code are located in Hood River 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 Cascade Locks, OR

What EPA Radon Zone is Cascade Locks in?

Cascade Locks and the 97014 zip code are in Hood River 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 Cascade Locks?

Radon mitigation in Cascade Locks 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 Cascade Locks?

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 Oregon

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Corvallis	5.60 pCi/L	5
Astoria	9.25 pCi/L	4
La Grande	10.67 pCi/L	3
Bend	3.33 pCi/L	3
Salem	9.00 pCi/L	2
Eugene	7.00 pCi/L	2
Medford	7.00 pCi/L	1
Dundee	6.00 pCi/L	1
Ashland	4.00 pCi/L	1
Portland	4.00 pCi/L	1
Lincoln City	No submissions	0
West Linn	No submissions	0