Star Lake, WI Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Star Lake in?

Star Lake is in Vilas County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Star Lake?

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

Vilas County

EPA Zone 2

Situated in Vilas County within Wisconsin's Northwoods lake region, Star Lake sits where glacial deposits over Precambrian granite create moderate radon potential. Current testing data for zip code 54561 remains limited, encouraging residents to conduct individual home testing. This recreational and residential community's mix of seasonal cabins and permanent homes, many with walkout basements facing the lake, presents varied conditions for potential radon entry.

Star Lake, WI Radon Mitigation

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Star Lake Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Star Lake and the 54561 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Vilas County, WI

Zip Code

54561

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Star Lake and the 54561 zip code are located in Vilas 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 Star Lake, WI

What EPA Radon Zone is Star Lake in?

Star Lake and the 54561 zip code are in Vilas 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 Star Lake?

Radon mitigation in Star Lake 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 Star Lake?

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 Wisconsin

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Milwaukee	10.00 pCi/L	3
Prairie Du Chien	10.00 pCi/L	2
Stevens Point	5.50 pCi/L	2
Menomonie	10.00 pCi/L	1
Delavan	6.00 pCi/L	1
Shawano	No submissions	0
Sturgeon Bay	No submissions	0