Ironside, OR Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Ironside in?

Ironside is in Malheur County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Ironside?

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

Malheur County

EPA Zone 2

Located in eastern Oregon's Malheur County, Ironside sits within the high desert region where volcanic bedrock and alkaline soils create moderate radon potential. The sparse housing stock includes ranch properties and rural homes, many built on slab-on-grade or pier foundations suited to the arid climate. Since testing data from zip code 97908 is not available, residents should test their homes to understand their individual radon exposure levels.

Ironside, OR Radon Mitigation

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Ironside Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Ironside and the 97908 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Malheur County, OR

Zip Code

97908

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Ironside and the 97908 zip code are located in Malheur 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 Ironside, OR

What EPA Radon Zone is Ironside in?

Ironside and the 97908 zip code are in Malheur 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 Ironside?

Radon mitigation in Ironside 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 Ironside?

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