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Carver, MN Radon Levels

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Carver, MN Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Carver County, MN
Zip Code 55315

Located in Carver County within the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metro area, Carver sits in Minnesota's high-risk EPA Zone 1 region where glacial deposits over underlying bedrock create favorable radon conditions. With limited local testing data available, residents in zip code 55315 should prioritize radon testing, especially in homes with the full basements common to Minnesota construction. The area's cold climate increases the stack effect that can draw radon into homes.

5.50
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Carver County average: 5.50 pCi/L, based on 2 user-submitted tests across 2 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Carver 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 Carver, MN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Carver 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
Chaska 7.3 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Shakopee 9.3 mi 6.50 pCi/L 2
Victoria 9.9 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
New Prague 13.3 mi 9.00 pCi/L 2
Prior Lake 13.6 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Excelsior 13.8 mi 13.00 pCi/L 1
Eden Prairie 15.0 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Mound 15.4 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1

Carver County Radon Profile

The bedrock and soils beneath Carver County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Carver County average 5.50 pCi/L across 2 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 Carver County.

Radon FAQ for Carver, MN

What EPA Radon Zone is Carver in?
Carver and the 55315 zip code are in Carver 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 Carver?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Carver yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Carver County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Carver 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 Carver?
Radon mitigation in Carver 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 Carver?
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.