Wallace, NC Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Wallace in?

Wallace is in Duplin County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Wallace, NC?

Wallace sits in Duplin 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 Wallace?

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

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Wallace, NC Radon Facts

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

County Duplin County, NC

Zip Code 28466

Situated in Duplin County within the Wilmington Metro area, Wallace rests on North Carolina's Coastal Plain where sandy soils over sedimentary formations typically produce lower radon levels. However, local testing data for zip code 28466 remains sparse, emphasizing the importance of individual home testing. The community's EPA Zone 3 designation suggests generally lower radon risk, but testing remains the only way to verify safety in any specific home.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Wallace, NC

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Wallace 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
Burgaw	14.2 mi	Pender County	Zone 3
Maple Hill	14.7 mi	Pender County	Zone 3
Harrells	17.9 mi	Sampson County	Zone 3
Ivanhoe	18.9 mi	Sampson County	Zone 3
Atkinson	20.0 mi	Pender County	Zone 3
Richlands	21.6 mi	Onslow County	Zone 3
Turkey	22.1 mi	Sampson County	Zone 3
Rocky Point	22.1 mi	Pender County	Zone 3

Duplin County Radon Profile

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

Radon FAQ for Wallace, NC

What EPA Radon Zone is Wallace in?

Wallace and the 28466 zip code are in Duplin 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 Wallace, NC?

Wallace sits in Duplin 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 Wallace?

Radon mitigation in Wallace 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 Wallace?

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.