Chester, SD Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Chester in?

Chester is in Lake County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Chester?

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

Lake County

EPA Zone 1

Chester, SD resides in Lake County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. Testing is recommended for all homes in the 57016 zip code area.

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Chester Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Chester and the 57016 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Lake County, SD

Zip Code

57016

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Chester and the 57016 zip code are located in Lake County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Chester, SD

What EPA Radon Zone is Chester in?

Chester and the 57016 zip code are in Lake County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Chester?

Radon mitigation in Chester 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 Chester?

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 South Dakota

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Spearfish	7.75 pCi/L	4
Rapid City	10.50 pCi/L	2
Aberdeen	8.50 pCi/L	2
Sioux Falls	6.00 pCi/L	2
Watertown	6.00 pCi/L	2