Howard, SD Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Howard in?

Howard is in Miner County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Howard?

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

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Howard, SD Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

County Miner County, SD

Zip Code 57349

This rural Miner County community sits in eastern South Dakota's prairie region where glacial deposits over Pierre Shale create geological conditions favorable for radon production and accumulation. The housing consists primarily of farmsteads and single-family homes, most with full basements designed to provide protection from severe weather and seasonal temperature extremes. With no current testing data available for the 57349 area, local homeowners should prioritize radon testing to determine their specific risk levels in this glaciated landscape.

Howard, SD Radon Mitigation

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Radon FAQ for Howard, SD

What EPA Radon Zone is Howard in?

Howard and the 57349 zip code are in Miner 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 Howard?

Radon mitigation in Howard 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 Howard?

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

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