Burlington, VT Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What is the average radon level in Burlington, VT?

Based on 1 user-submitted tests, the average radon level is 20.00 pCi/L.

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Burlington in?

Burlington is in Chittenden County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Burlington?

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

Avg: 20.00 pCi/L

Chittenden County

EPA Zone 3

1 user test

Vermont's largest city sits in Chittenden County along Lake Champlain, where complex geological formations including glacial deposits over bedrock create significant radon potential. The Burlington metro area features diverse housing from historic lakefront properties to modern developments, many with full basements characteristic of New England construction. Testing data reveals an exceptionally high average radon level of 20.0 pCi/L across the 05401 and 05408 zip codes, far exceeding EPA thresholds and requiring immediate mitigation attention from homeowners.

20.00

pCi/L average

Above EPA Action Level

Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Burlington, VT. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

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Burlington, Vermont Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Burlington area.

Radon Level	City	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
20 pCi/L	Burlington, VT	21-50 Years	Partial Basement	Mar 2017

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Burlington Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Burlington and the 05401 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Chittenden County, VT

Zip Code

05401

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Avg. User Submitted Level

20.00 pCi/L

User Tests Submitted

Burlington and the 05401 zip code are located in Chittenden County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A radon zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Burlington, VT

What is the average radon level in Burlington, VT?

Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Burlington is 20.00 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.

What EPA Radon Zone is Burlington in?

Burlington and the 05401 zip code are in Chittenden County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Burlington?

Radon mitigation in Burlington 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 Burlington?

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