Manville, RI Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Manville in?

Manville is in Providence County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Manville?

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

Providence County

EPA Zone 2

Positioned in northern Rhode Island's Providence County, Manville sits on New England crystalline bedrock where granite and metamorphic rocks can contribute to moderate radon potential. Testing data for this Providence Metro community (02838) remains limited, encouraging residents to conduct professional radon assessments. The area's rocky terrain and typical New England basement construction may create conditions for radon accumulation in older residential properties.

Manville, RI Radon Mitigation

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Manville Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Manville and the 02838 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Providence County, RI

Zip Code

02838

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Manville and the 02838 zip code are located in Providence 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 Manville, RI

What EPA Radon Zone is Manville in?

Manville and the 02838 zip code are in Providence 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 Manville?

Radon mitigation in Manville 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 Manville?

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 Rhode Island

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Providence	11.00 pCi/L	2
Westerly	8.00 pCi/L	2
Portsmouth	4.50 pCi/L	2