Highgate Center, VT Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Highgate Center in?

Highgate Center is in Franklin County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Highgate Center?

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

Franklin County

EPA Zone 2

Positioned near the Canadian border in Franklin County within the Burlington Metro area, Highgate Center sits on glacial clay deposits over limestone bedrock. Testing data for this agricultural community in zip code 05459 remains sparse, making individual radon testing advisable for homeowners, especially those in older Vermont farmhouses with stone foundations.

Highgate Center, VT Radon Mitigation

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Highgate Center Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Highgate Center and the 05459 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Franklin County, VT

Zip Code

05459

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Highgate Center and the 05459 zip code are located in Franklin 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 Highgate Center, VT

What EPA Radon Zone is Highgate Center in?

Highgate Center and the 05459 zip code are in Franklin 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 Highgate Center?

Radon mitigation in Highgate Center 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 Highgate Center?

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