Hertford, NC Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Hertford in?

Hertford is in Perquimans County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Hertford, NC?

Hertford sits in Perquimans 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 Hertford?

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

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Hertford, NC Radon Facts

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

County Perquimans County, NC

Zip Code 27944

Hertford, the county seat of Perquimans County, sits in North Carolina's Coastal Plain region where radon testing data for ZIP code 27944 remains limited. Coastal Plain geology typically produces lower radon levels than the state's mountain and piedmont regions, though individual homes can still experience elevated readings. Professional testing provides the most accurate assessment of radon levels for homes in this historic northeastern North Carolina community.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Hertford, NC

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Hertford 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
South Mills	20.1 mi	Camden County	Zone 3
Creswell	21.1 mi	Washington County	Zone 3
Shawboro	21.2 mi	Currituck County	Zone 3
Roper	21.9 mi	Washington County	Zone 3
Sunbury	22.4 mi	Gates County	Zone 3
Merry Hill	23.3 mi	Bertie County	Zone 3
Harrellsville	23.9 mi	Hertford County	Zone 3
Barco	25.6 mi	Currituck County	Zone 3

Perquimans County Radon Profile

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

Radon FAQ for Hertford, NC

What EPA Radon Zone is Hertford in?

Hertford and the 27944 zip code are in Perquimans 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 Hertford, NC?

Hertford sits in Perquimans 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 Hertford?

Radon mitigation in Hertford 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 Hertford?

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.