Yale, MI Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Yale in?

Yale is in St Clair County, EPA Zone Unknown.

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

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Yale yet, so readings from the closest cities and the St Clair 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 Yale?

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

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Yale, MI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Unknown Unknown

County St Clair County, MI

Zip Code 48097

Located in St Clair County within the Detroit Metro area, Yale benefits from the region's glacial lake deposits and clay soils that generally limit radon migration. However, with limited testing data available for zip code 48097, homeowners should still consider professional evaluation. The community features a mix of historic homes and suburban development, with many properties having full basements typical of southeastern Michigan construction.

8.33

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

St Clair County average: 8.33 pCi/L, based on 3 user-submitted tests across 3 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Yale 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 Yale, MI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Yale 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
Imlay City	13.5 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Goodells	14.4 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Richmond	19.9 mi	2.00 pCi/L	1
Port Sanilac	25.5 mi	2.00 pCi/L	1
Lapeer	25.8 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
East China	28.1 mi	10.50 pCi/L	2
Washington	28.1 mi	5.00 pCi/L	2
Oxford	29.5 mi	11.00 pCi/L	2

St Clair County Radon Profile

St Clair County has not been assigned a definitive EPA radon zone, so the agency recommends that every home be tested regardless of predicted risk. Homeowner-submitted tests from 3 cities in St Clair County average 8.33 pCi/L across 3 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in St Clair County.

Radon FAQ for Yale, MI

What EPA Radon Zone is Yale in?

Yale and the 48097 zip code are in St Clair County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Yale?

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

Radon mitigation in Yale 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 Yale?

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.