Creswell, NC Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Creswell in?

Creswell is in Washington County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Creswell, NC?

Creswell sits in Washington 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 Creswell?

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

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Creswell, NC Radon Facts

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

County Washington County, NC

Zip Code 27928

Small Washington County sits in North Carolina's coastal plain region, where sandy soils and low elevation typically produce minimal radon accumulation. Testing data for zip code 27928 is currently unavailable, though the area's geological characteristics suggest lower radon potential. Homeowners can test to confirm their properties maintain safe radon levels.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Creswell, NC

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Creswell 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
Jamesville	27.4 mi	Martin County	Zone 3
Scranton	27.5 mi	Hyde County	Zone 3
Tyner	29.4 mi	Chowan County	Zone 3
Pinetown	29.6 mi	Beaufort County	Zone 3
Windsor	30.6 mi	Bertie County	Zone 3
Elizabeth City	31.3 mi	Pasquotank County	Zone 3
Belvidere	31.5 mi	Perquimans County	Zone 3
Belhaven	31.5 mi	Beaufort County	Zone 3

Washington County Radon Profile

The EPA maps Washington County as Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted classification, with modeled indoor screening levels under 2 pCi/L. Direct test data for Washington 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 Washington County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Creswell, NC

What EPA Radon Zone is Creswell in?

Creswell and the 27928 zip code are in Washington 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 Creswell, NC?

Creswell sits in Washington 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 Creswell?

Radon mitigation in Creswell 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 Creswell?

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.