Albany, VT Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Albany in?

Albany is in Orleans County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Albany?

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

Orleans County

EPA Zone 2

Tucked in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom within Orleans County, this rural community sits on glacial till deposits over metamorphic bedrock of the Green Mountain region. The 05820 zip code encompasses primarily older Vermont farmhouses and seasonal homes, many with partial basements or root cellars. Given limited testing data and the area's geological characteristics, homeowners should test their properties for radon.

Albany, VT Radon Mitigation

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Albany Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Albany and the 05820 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Orleans County, VT

Zip Code

05820

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Albany and the 05820 zip code are located in Orleans 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 Albany, VT

What EPA Radon Zone is Albany in?

Albany and the 05820 zip code are in Orleans 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 Albany?

Radon mitigation in Albany 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 Albany?

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 Vermont

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Stowe	13.00 pCi/L	2
Wilmington	8.50 pCi/L	2