Buckingham, IA Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Buckingham in?

Buckingham is in Tama County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Buckingham?

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

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Buckingham, IA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

County Tama County, IA

Zip Code 50612

Agricultural community Buckingham in Tama County sits on Iowa's glacial till plains within the Waterloo Metro area, where thick glacial deposits over limestone bedrock create high radon potential. The EPA's Zone 1 classification reflects significant radon risk, with most rural homes featuring full basements typical of Iowa's severe winter climate. Since radon testing data for zip code 50612 is limited, homeowners should prioritize testing given the geological conditions and basement construction common throughout the region.

Buckingham, IA Radon Mitigation

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Radon FAQ for Buckingham, IA

What EPA Radon Zone is Buckingham in?

Buckingham and the 50612 zip code are in Tama County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Buckingham?

Radon mitigation in Buckingham 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 Buckingham?

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 Iowa

Cities in Iowa with the most user-submitted radon test data, ranked by number of submissions.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Waterloo	8.50 pCi/L	4
Ames	9.67 pCi/L	3
Fairfield	14.00 pCi/L	2
Mount Pleasant	12.00 pCi/L	2
Ottumwa	5.50 pCi/L	2
Iowa City	7.00 pCi/L	1
Muscatine	No submissions	0