Colcord, WV Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Colcord in?

Colcord is in Raleigh County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Colcord?

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

Raleigh County

EPA Zone 2

Located in southern West Virginia's Raleigh County, Colcord sits within the Appalachian coal region where Pennsylvanian-age rock formations place it in EPA Zone 2 for moderate radon potential. The community's housing around 25048 includes older mountain homes and newer construction, each presenting different radon entry pathways through foundations. Limited testing data emphasizes the importance of professional radon evaluation to determine whether levels meet EPA safety guidelines.

Colcord, WV Radon Mitigation

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Colcord, WV Radon Testing

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Colcord Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Colcord and the 25048 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Raleigh County, WV

Zip Code

25048

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Colcord and the 25048 zip code are located in Raleigh 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 Colcord, WV

What EPA Radon Zone is Colcord in?

Colcord and the 25048 zip code are in Raleigh 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 Colcord?

Radon mitigation in Colcord 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 Colcord?

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 West Virginia

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Charles Town	8.10 pCi/L	10
Berkeley Springs	7.70 pCi/L	10
Martinsburg	16.00 pCi/L	8
Harpers Ferry	6.57 pCi/L	7
Ridgeley	9.00 pCi/L	5
Shepherdstown	6.25 pCi/L	4
Kearneysville	5.50 pCi/L	2
Ranson	14.00 pCi/L	1
Morgantown	5.00 pCi/L	1
Charleston	3.00 pCi/L	1