Prentice, WI Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Prentice in?

Prentice is in Price County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Prentice?

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

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Prentice, WI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

County Price County, WI

Zip Code 54556

Located in Price County, Prentice sits in Wisconsin's north-central forests where granite bedrock and sandy glacial soils create variable radon conditions. While local radon testing data is currently limited for the 54556 area, homeowners should conduct testing since Wisconsin's geological diversity can produce surprising results even in neighboring properties.

7.08

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Nearby homeowner readings average 7.08 pCi/L, based on 13 tests from 10 nearby cities. No readings have been submitted for Prentice yet, so the closest recorded data is shown as a benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

Prentice, WI Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Prentice, WI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Prentice yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Medford	27.6 mi	7.50 pCi/L	2
Butternut	33.7 mi	9.00 pCi/L	1
Minocqua	34.2 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Woodruff	38.6 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Winter	39.9 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Gleason	42.3 mi	4.00 pCi/L	2
Rhinelander	45.2 mi	9.00 pCi/L	1
Saint Germain	46.6 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1

Price County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Price County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Direct test data for Price County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Price County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Prentice, WI

What EPA Radon Zone is Prentice in?

Prentice and the 54556 zip code are in Price 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.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Prentice?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Prentice yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Price County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Prentice homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Prentice?

Radon mitigation in Prentice 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 Prentice?

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.