Edward, NC Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Edward in?

Edward is in Beaufort County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Edward, NC?

Edward sits in Beaufort 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 Edward?

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

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Edward, NC Radon Facts

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

County Beaufort County, NC

Zip Code 27821

This small community in Beaufort County lies within North Carolina's Coastal Plain, where sandy soils and marine sediments typically create lower radon potential than the state's western mountain regions. Edward's housing includes both historic rural structures and newer construction reflecting the area's agricultural heritage in zip code 27821. Despite generally lower regional radon risk, homeowners should still consider testing since local geological variations can create pockets of elevated radon.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Edward, NC

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Edward 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
Ernul	10.7 mi	Craven County	Zone 3
Bayboro	13.8 mi	Pamlico County	Zone 3
Vandemere	15.4 mi	Pamlico County	Zone 3
Vanceboro	16.5 mi	Craven County	Zone 3
Lowland	17.1 mi	Pamlico County	Zone 3
New Bern	17.4 mi	Craven County	Zone 3
Grantsboro	17.7 mi	Pamlico County	Zone 3
Hobucken	18.2 mi	Pamlico County	Zone 3

Beaufort County Radon Profile

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

Radon FAQ for Edward, NC

What EPA Radon Zone is Edward in?

Edward and the 27821 zip code are in Beaufort 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 Edward, NC?

Edward sits in Beaufort 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 Edward?

Radon mitigation in Edward 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 Edward?

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.