Howard Beach, NY Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Howard Beach in?

Howard Beach is in Queens County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Howard Beach?

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

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Howard Beach, NY Radon Facts

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

County Queens County, NY

Zip Code 11414

Located in Queens County as part of New York City's outer boroughs, this coastal neighborhood sits on glacial and marine deposits that typically produce lower radon concentrations than upstate New York regions. The area features predominantly single-family homes and townhouses from mid-20th century development, most built on concrete slab or partial basement foundations due to the proximity to Jamaica Bay and local water table conditions. Testing data for the 11414 zip code remains limited, encouraging residents to test their homes despite the generally lower radon risk associated with coastal areas.

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Radon FAQ for Howard Beach, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Howard Beach in?

Howard Beach and the 11414 zip code are in Queens 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.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Howard Beach?

Radon mitigation in Howard Beach 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 Howard Beach?

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.

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