Lamont, WA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Lamont in?

Lamont is in Whitman County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Lamont?

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

Whitman County

EPA Zone 2

Positioned in Whitman County within Washington's Palouse agricultural region, Lamont sits over loess deposits and Columbia River basalt that create moderate radon potential. Testing data for zip code 99017 is currently limited, emphasizing the need for individual home testing. The area's rural homes with varying foundation styles built over the region's unique wind-deposited soils may experience different radon levels depending on construction methods.

Lamont, WA Radon Mitigation

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Lamont Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Lamont and the 99017 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Whitman County, WA

Zip Code

99017

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Lamont and the 99017 zip code are located in Whitman 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 Lamont, WA

What EPA Radon Zone is Lamont in?

Lamont and the 99017 zip code are in Whitman 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 Lamont?

Radon mitigation in Lamont 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 Lamont?

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 Washington

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Vancouver	6.56 pCi/L	9
Kent	3.60 pCi/L	5
Seattle	5.25 pCi/L	4
Olympia	5.00 pCi/L	4
Bellevue	3.75 pCi/L	4
Spokane	11.67 pCi/L	3
Camas	8.00 pCi/L	3
Centralia	7.00 pCi/L	3
Bellingham	4.50 pCi/L	2
Kirkland	4.50 pCi/L	2
Washougal	8.00 pCi/L	1
Ridgefield	5.00 pCi/L	1
Moses Lake	No submissions	0