Vale, OR Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Vale in?

Vale is in Malheur County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Vale?

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

Eastern Oregon's Malheur County encompasses Vale, where EPA Zone 2 classification reflects moderate radon potential from the region's high desert geology. Testing data for the 97918 zip code area is currently limited, making individual home assessment important for residents. The area's combination of volcanic soils, varied topography, and diverse housing types from ranch-style homes to manufactured housing can create different radon accumulation patterns across the community.

Vale, OR Radon Mitigation

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Vale Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Vale and the 97918 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Malheur County, OR

Zip Code

97918

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Vale and the 97918 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 Vale, OR

What EPA Radon Zone is Vale in?

Vale and the 97918 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 Vale?

Radon mitigation in Vale 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 Vale?

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