Accident, MD Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Accident in?

Accident is in Garrett County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Accident?

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

Garrett County

EPA Zone 2

Accident, MD resides in Garrett 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. Testing is recommended for all homes in the 21520 zip code area.

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Accident Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Accident and the 21520 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Garrett County, MD

Zip Code

21520

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Accident and the 21520 zip code are located in Garrett 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 Accident, MD

What EPA Radon Zone is Accident in?

Accident and the 21520 zip code are in Garrett 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 Accident?

Radon mitigation in Accident 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 Accident?

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 Maryland

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Frederick	8.29 pCi/L	7
Potomac	9.00 pCi/L	6
Hagerstown	8.67 pCi/L	6
Westminster	14.50 pCi/L	4
Baltimore	7.00 pCi/L	4
Annapolis	4.25 pCi/L	4
Upper Marlboro	15.00 pCi/L	3
Edgewater	12.67 pCi/L	3
Bowie	9.00 pCi/L	3
Clarksburg	8.00 pCi/L	3
Gambrills	6.00 pCi/L	3
Elkton	5.33 pCi/L	3
Silver Spring	4.33 pCi/L	3
Chesapeake Beach	14.00 pCi/L	2
Cumberland	9.00 pCi/L	2
Frostburg	9.00 pCi/L	2
Owings	5.50 pCi/L	2
Huntingtown	4.50 pCi/L	2
Mc Henry	20.00 pCi/L	1
Mount Airy	20.00 pCi/L	1