Winton, NC Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Winton in?

Winton is in Hertford County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Winton, NC?

Winton sits in Hertford 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 Winton?

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

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Winton, NC Radon Facts

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

County Hertford County, NC

Zip Code 27986

Located in northeastern Hertford County near the Virginia border, this small North Carolina community features predominantly older residential properties with varied foundation types. Comprehensive radon testing data for the 27986 area is currently unavailable, though the coastal plain geology typically produces lower radon concentrations. Homeowners should still conduct testing to ensure their individual properties meet EPA safety standards.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Winton, NC

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Winton 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
Gatesville	11.4 mi	Gates County	Zone 3
Gates	12.7 mi	Gates County	Zone 3
Colerain	14.0 mi	Bertie County	Zone 3
Woodland	15.8 mi	Northampton County	Zone 3
Pendleton	16.1 mi	Northampton County	Zone 3
Conway	17.6 mi	Northampton County	Zone 3
Hobbsville	17.8 mi	Gates County	Zone 3
Sunbury	18.5 mi	Gates County	Zone 3

Hertford County Radon Profile

Local geology places Hertford County in EPA Radon Zone 3, where predicted indoor radon averages fall below 2 pCi/L — though no county is risk-free. Few homeowner tests have been logged inside Hertford County so far, which is why this page draws on the nearest recorded readings to illustrate regional radon levels. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Hertford County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Winton, NC

What EPA Radon Zone is Winton in?

Winton and the 27986 zip code are in Hertford 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 Winton, NC?

Winton sits in Hertford 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 Winton?

Radon mitigation in Winton 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 Winton?

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.