Fergus Falls, MN Radon Levels
Check local Fergus Falls radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe
Fergus Falls, MN Radon Facts
Fergus Falls in Otter Tail County shows an average radon level of 5.0 pCi/L, exceeding the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action level based on available testing. This west-central Minnesota community sits on glacial deposits that commonly produce elevated radon readings throughout the prairie pothole region. Homeowners should test their properties and consider mitigation systems, especially in homes with full basements typical of Minnesota construction.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Fergus Falls, MN. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
Fergus Falls, MN Radon Mitigation
Professional radon mitigation is the most effective way to permanently lower radon levels and protect your household.
Need Radon Mitigation or Testing in Fergus Falls?
- 100% Free, No-Obligation Quotes
- Matches You with State-Licensed Otter Tail County Pros
Fergus Falls, MN Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Fergus Falls area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 pCi/L | Fergus Falls, MN | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 3 pCi/L | Fergus Falls, MN | 21-50 Years | No Basement/All Slab |
Have a radon test result for Fergus Falls? Submit your reading to help other homeowners.
Radon Readings Near Fergus Falls, MN
Compare radon levels in Fergus Falls with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morris | 48.0 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Otter Tail County Radon Profile
Otter Tail 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 Otter Tail County average 5.00 pCi/L across 2 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 Otter Tail County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.