Fort Washington, MD Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What is the average radon level in Fort Washington, MD?

Based on 1 user-submitted tests, the average radon level is 5.00 pCi/L.

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Fort Washington in?

Fort Washington is in Prince George's County, EPA Zone Unknown.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Fort Washington?

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

Avg: 5.00 pCi/L

Prince George's County

EPA Zone Unknown

1 user test

Fort Washington is located in Prince George's County, Maryland. With 1 user-submitted readings averaging 5.00 pCi/L, the area exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold, and testing is strongly recommended for homeowners in the 20744 zip code.

5.00

pCi/L average

Above EPA Action Level

Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Fort Washington, MD. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

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Fort Washington, Maryland Radon Levels

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

Radon Level	City	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
5 pCi/L	Fort Washington, MD	21-50 Years	Full Basement	Jan 2023

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Fort Washington Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Fort Washington and the 20744 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Unknown

County

Prince George's County, MD

Zip Code

20744

Predicted Screening Level

Unknown

Avg. User Submitted Level

5.00 pCi/L

User Tests Submitted

Fort Washington and the 20744 zip code are located in Prince George's County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A radon zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Fort Washington, MD

What is the average radon level in Fort Washington, MD?

Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Fort Washington is 5.00 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 Fort Washington in?

Fort Washington and the 20744 zip code are in Prince George's County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Fort Washington?

Radon mitigation in Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington?

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