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Milton Freewater, OR Radon Levels

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Milton Freewater, OR Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Umatilla County, OR
Zip Code 97862
Avg. User Level 20.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Situated in Umatilla County near the Washington border, Milton Freewater shows concerning radon levels with an average reading of 20.0 pCi/L that significantly exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action level. The community's location on Columbia River basalt formations and alluvial deposits creates geological conditions conducive to radon gas accumulation. Given these elevated readings in zip code 97862, immediate radon testing and mitigation evaluation are strongly recommended for all homes.

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Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Milton Freewater, OR. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Milton Freewater, OR Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Milton Freewater area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
20 pCi/L Milton Freewater, OR 21-50 Years

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Radon FAQ for Milton Freewater, OR

What is the average radon level in Milton Freewater, OR?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Milton Freewater is 20.00 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Milton Freewater in?
Milton Freewater and the 97862 zip code are in Umatilla County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Milton Freewater?
Radon mitigation in Milton Freewater 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 Milton Freewater?
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.

Most Active Radon Markets in Oregon

Cities in Oregon with the most user-submitted radon test data, ranked by number of submissions.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
Corvallis 5.60 pCi/L 5
Astoria 9.25 pCi/L 4
La Grande 10.67 pCi/L 3
Bend 3.33 pCi/L 3
Salem 9.00 pCi/L 2
Eugene 7.00 pCi/L 2
Medford 7.00 pCi/L 1
Dundee 6.00 pCi/L 1
Ashland 4.00 pCi/L 1
Portland 4.00 pCi/L 1