Athens, WV Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Athens in?

Athens is in Mercer County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Athens?

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

Mercer County

EPA Zone 1

Athens, WV resides in Mercer 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 24712 zip code area.

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Athens Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Athens and the 24712 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Mercer County, WV

Zip Code

24712

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Athens and the 24712 zip code are located in Mercer 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 Athens, WV

What EPA Radon Zone is Athens in?

Athens and the 24712 zip code are in Mercer 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 Athens?

Radon mitigation in Athens 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 Athens?

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 West Virginia

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Charles Town	8.10 pCi/L	10
Berkeley Springs	7.70 pCi/L	10
Martinsburg	16.00 pCi/L	8
Harpers Ferry	6.57 pCi/L	7
Ridgeley	9.00 pCi/L	5
Shepherdstown	6.25 pCi/L	4
Kearneysville	5.50 pCi/L	2
Ranson	14.00 pCi/L	1
Morgantown	5.00 pCi/L	1
Charleston	3.00 pCi/L	1