Oakland, RI Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Oakland in?

Oakland is in Providence County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Oakland?

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

Situated in Providence County, Oakland lies within the glacially-carved terrain of Rhode Island's northern region. While radon testing data remains limited for this 02858 zip code area, the underlying granite bedrock and glacial deposits common throughout the Providence Metro can create conditions where radon accumulates in homes. Given Rhode Island's geological characteristics, homeowners should consider testing regardless of current data availability.

Oakland, RI Radon Mitigation

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Oakland Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Oakland and the 02858 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Providence County, RI

Zip Code

02858

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Oakland and the 02858 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 Oakland, RI

What EPA Radon Zone is Oakland in?

Oakland and the 02858 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 Oakland?

Radon mitigation in Oakland 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 Oakland?

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