Wardell, MO Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Wardell in?

Wardell is in Pemiscot County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Wardell, MO?

Wardell sits in Pemiscot County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 3. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 3 (low risk, under 2 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Wardell?

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

Check local Wardell radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe

Wardell, MO Radon Facts

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

County Pemiscot County, MO

Zip Code 63879

Wardell lies in Pemiscot County, Missouri, within the Mississippi River floodplain where alluvial deposits generally correlate with lower radon potential compared to other parts of the state. The community's housing stock includes older rural homes alongside manufactured housing, many built on pier or slab foundations that reduce typical radon entry pathways. Testing data for ZIP code 63879 remains sparse, so individual home testing provides the most reliable assessment of radon levels for local families.

Wardell, MO 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 Wardell?

100% Free, No-Obligation Quotes
Matches You with State-Licensed Pemiscot County Pros

1-800-299-3578 636-205-4618 (local) Toll-free · Mon–Fri 8am–6pm ET

EPA Radon Zones Near Wardell, MO

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Wardell or its immediate area yet. The table below shows the EPA radon zone — a county-level prediction of radon risk — for nearby communities. Radon still varies from home to home, so testing is the only way to confirm your level.

City	Distance	County	EPA Radon Zone
Clarkton	11.0 mi	Dunklin County	Zone 3
Holcomb	11.6 mi	Dunklin County	Zone 3
Gobler	14.6 mi	Dunklin County	Zone 3
Kennett	14.8 mi	Dunklin County	Zone 3
Parma	16.4 mi	New Madrid County	Zone 3
Malden	17.5 mi	Dunklin County	Zone 3
Campbell	18.9 mi	Dunklin County	Zone 3
Lilbourn	20.0 mi	New Madrid County	Zone 3

Pemiscot County Radon Profile

The EPA maps Pemiscot County as Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted classification, with modeled indoor screening levels under 2 pCi/L. Direct test data for Pemiscot County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Pemiscot County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Wardell, MO

What EPA Radon Zone is Wardell in?

Wardell and the 63879 zip code are in Pemiscot 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.

What EPA radon zones surround Wardell, MO?

Wardell sits in Pemiscot County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 3. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 3 (low risk, under 2 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Wardell?

Radon mitigation in Wardell 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 Wardell?

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.