Clayton, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Clayton in?

Clayton is in Jefferson County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Clayton?

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

Jefferson County

EPA Zone 2

Nestled in Jefferson County near the Canadian border, Clayton sits on Thousand Islands region geology where granite bedrock and glacial deposits create moderate radon conditions. Current testing data is limited for the 13624 zip code, encouraging homeowners to establish baseline radon measurements. The community's older homes, many with stone foundations and full basements, may have higher radon entry potential through foundation cracks and gaps.

Clayton, NY Radon Mitigation

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Clayton Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Clayton and the 13624 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Jefferson County, NY

Zip Code

13624

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Clayton and the 13624 zip code are located in Jefferson County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Clayton, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Clayton in?

Clayton and the 13624 zip code are in Jefferson County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Clayton?

Radon mitigation in Clayton 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 Clayton?

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 with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
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
Buffalo	4.00 pCi/L	1
Pelham	3.00 pCi/L	1