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Alden, NY Radon Levels

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Alden, NY Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Erie County, NY
Zip Code 14004
Avg. User Level 7.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Situated in Erie County within the Buffalo Metro area, Alden shows an average radon level of 7.0 pCi/L based on available testing data, which exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. Located in EPA Zone 1 with glacial deposits over sedimentary bedrock, the 14004 zip code area demonstrates the region's elevated radon potential. Homeowners should test their properties and consider mitigation systems given these elevated readings.

7.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Alden, NY. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Alden, NY Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Alden area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
7 pCi/L Alden, NY 51-99 Years Full Basement

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Radon FAQ for Alden, NY

What is the average radon level in Alden, NY?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Alden is 7.00 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Alden in?
Alden and the 14004 zip code are in Erie 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.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Alden?
Radon mitigation in Alden 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 Alden?
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.

Most Active Radon Markets in New York

Cities in New York with the most user-submitted radon test data, ranked by number of submissions.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
Brooklyn 10.80 pCi/L 5
Oneonta 6.50 pCi/L 4
Clifton Park 3.75 pCi/L 4
Elmira 15.00 pCi/L 3
Saugerties 10.67 pCi/L 3
Staten Island 4.00 pCi/L 3
New York 9.00 pCi/L 2
Yonkers 8.00 pCi/L 2
Horseheads 7.50 pCi/L 2
Poughkeepsie 16.00 pCi/L 1