Buckley, MI Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Buckley in?

Buckley is in Grand Traverse County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Buckley?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Buckley yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Grand Traverse County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Buckley?

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

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Buckley, MI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

County Grand Traverse County, MI

Zip Code 49620

Positioned in Grand Traverse County within the Traverse City Metro area, Buckley sits in Michigan's EPA Zone 3 where higher radon levels are more common. The community's housing mix includes seasonal cottages and year-round residences, many with basements suited to the region's climate. With limited testing data available for zip code 49620, residents should prioritize radon testing to determine individual home exposure levels.

5.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Grand Traverse County average: 5.00 pCi/L, based on 4 user-submitted tests across 2 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Buckley 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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Buckley, MI Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Buckley, MI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Buckley 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.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Kingsley	9.1 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Traverse City	17.9 mi	5.00 pCi/L	3
Cadillac	22.7 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Maple City	25.2 mi	2.00 pCi/L	1
Central Lake	43.7 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1

Grand Traverse County Radon Profile

Local geology places Grand Traverse County in EPA Radon Zone 3, where predicted indoor radon averages fall below 2 pCi/L — though no county is risk-free. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Grand Traverse County average 5.00 pCi/L across 4 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Grand Traverse County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Buckley, MI

What EPA Radon Zone is Buckley in?

Buckley and the 49620 zip code are in Grand Traverse County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Buckley?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Buckley yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Grand Traverse County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Buckley 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 Buckley?

Radon mitigation in Buckley 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 Buckley?

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.