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Waterloo, IA Radon Levels

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Waterloo, IA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Black Hawk County, IA
Zip Code 50701
Avg. User Level 8.50 pCi/L
User Tests 4

This Black Hawk County community shows an average radon level of 8.5 pCi/L, more than double the EPA action level across multiple zip codes. Iowa's glacial drift soils over limestone bedrock create high radon potential, and Waterloo's predominantly basement-equipped housing stock allows for significant radon accumulation in living spaces.

8.50
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 4 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Waterloo, IA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Waterloo, IA Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Waterloo area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
12 pCi/L Waterloo, IA 21-50 Years Full Basement
8 pCi/L Waterloo, IA 21-50 Years Full Basement
4 pCi/L Waterloo, IA 21-50 Years Full Basement
10 pCi/L Waterloo, IA 21-50 Years Full Basement

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Radon FAQ for Waterloo, IA

What is the average radon level in Waterloo, IA?
Based on 4 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Waterloo is 8.50 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Waterloo in?
Waterloo and the 50701 zip code are in Black Hawk 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 Waterloo?
Radon mitigation in Waterloo 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 Waterloo?
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.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
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