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Applegate, MI Radon Levels

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Applegate, MI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Sanilac County, MI
Zip Code 48401

Located in Sanilac County in Michigan's Thumb region, Applegate sits on glacial till deposits that can influence radon gas migration patterns. The community's housing stock includes rural properties with varied foundation types, from full basements to crawl spaces. Since radon testing data for this area is currently limited, local homeowners are encouraged to conduct independent testing to establish baseline radon levels for the 48401 zip code area.

2.00
pCi/L area average
Below EPA Action Level

Sanilac County average: 2.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Applegate itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Applegate, MI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Applegate yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Port Sanilac 7.1 mi 2.00 pCi/L 1
Goodells 28.9 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Imlay City 30.7 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Richmond 36.9 mi 2.00 pCi/L 1
Lapeer 40.4 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
East China 40.8 mi 10.50 pCi/L 2
Washington 46.7 mi 5.00 pCi/L 2
Oxford 47.7 mi 11.00 pCi/L 2

Sanilac County Radon Profile

The soils and bedrock of Sanilac County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Sanilac County average 2.00 pCi/L across 1 test — below the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, though radon varies sharply from home to home. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Sanilac County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Applegate, MI

What EPA Radon Zone is Applegate in?
Applegate and the 48401 zip code are in Sanilac 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.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Applegate?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Applegate yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Sanilac County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Applegate homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Applegate?
Radon mitigation in Applegate 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 Applegate?
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.