Middletown, RI Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Middletown in?

Middletown is in Newport County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Middletown?

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

Newport County

EPA Zone 2

Middletown, RI resides in Newport 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. Testing is recommended for all homes in the 02842 zip code area.

Middletown, RI Radon Mitigation

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Middletown Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Middletown and the 02842 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Newport County, RI

Zip Code

02842

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Middletown and the 02842 zip code are located in Newport County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Middletown, RI

What EPA Radon Zone is Middletown in?

Middletown and the 02842 zip code are in Newport 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 Middletown?

Radon mitigation in Middletown 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 Middletown?

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 Rhode Island

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Providence	11.00 pCi/L	2
Westerly	8.00 pCi/L	2
Portsmouth	4.50 pCi/L	2