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Blue Mounds, WI Radon Levels

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Blue Mounds, WI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Dane County, WI
Zip Code 53517
Avg. User Level 15.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Rising from the prairie in Dane County near Madison (53517), Blue Mounds sits atop distinctive quartzite bluffs that create unique geological conditions. Recent testing shows an average radon level of 15.0 pCi/L, which substantially exceeds EPA guidelines and requires immediate mitigation action. The area's mix of bedrock types and typical Wisconsin basement construction contributes to elevated radon potential.

15.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

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

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Blue Mounds, WI Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Blue Mounds area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
15 pCi/L Blue Mounds, WI

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Radon Readings Near Blue Mounds, WI

Compare radon levels in Blue Mounds with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Mount Horeb 4.7 mi 9.00 pCi/L 1
Ridgeway 7.8 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Verona 14.3 mi 18.00 pCi/L 1
New Glarus 16.3 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Spring Green 17.3 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Middleton 17.9 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Waunakee 22.8 mi 5.50 pCi/L 2
Oregon 23.2 mi 12.00 pCi/L 1

Dane County Radon Profile

Dane County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 7 cities in Dane County average 9.75 pCi/L across 8 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Dane County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Blue Mounds, WI

What is the average radon level in Blue Mounds, WI?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Blue Mounds is 15.00 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 Blue Mounds in?
Blue Mounds and the 53517 zip code are in Dane 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 Blue Mounds?
Radon mitigation in Blue Mounds 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 Blue Mounds?
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.