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Scotts, MI Radon Levels

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Scotts, MI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Kalamazoo County, MI
Zip Code 49088

Rural Kalamazoo County community Scotts lies within Michigan's glacial landscape where till deposits over underlying bedrock create moderate radon potential. Though testing data for zip code 49088 is currently limited, the area's predominantly residential properties within the broader Kalamazoo Metro region warrant homeowner testing attention. Local housing typically features basements and crawl spaces that can concentrate radon if present in the soil.

3.33
pCi/L area average
Below EPA Action Level

Kalamazoo County average: 3.33 pCi/L, based on 3 user-submitted tests across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Scotts 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 Scotts, MI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Scotts 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
Portage 6.4 mi 3.33 pCi/L 3
Mattawan 17.2 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Battle Creek 17.3 mi 6.60 pCi/L 5
Three Rivers 17.6 mi 6.00 pCi/L 2
Ceresco 18.3 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Paw Paw 22.4 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Marshall 26.8 mi 8.50 pCi/L 2
Coldwater 29.6 mi 9.00 pCi/L 1

Kalamazoo County Radon Profile

Kalamazoo County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Kalamazoo County average 3.33 pCi/L across 3 tests — 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 Kalamazoo County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Scotts, MI

What EPA Radon Zone is Scotts in?
Scotts and the 49088 zip code are in Kalamazoo 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.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Scotts?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Scotts yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Kalamazoo County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Scotts 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 Scotts?
Radon mitigation in Scotts 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 Scotts?
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.