Radon Mitigation in Akron, OH
Akron anchors the Akron-Canton metro of approximately 700,000 in Northeast Ohio. Summit County sits in EPA Radon Zone 1 and consistently records some of the highest indoor radon averages in the state. Akron's geology includes the uranium-bearing Devonian Ohio Shale plus glacial till overlying Mississippian-age sandstone (Berea Sandstone), all of which contribute to elevated radon entry. Many Akron-area homes are built on hillsides with partial basements that require specialized mitigation design.
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Why Do Akron Homes Have Elevated Radon?
Geology: Akron's geology is uplifted Devonian Ohio Shale and Mississippian Berea Sandstone, with glacial till cover. The Ohio Shale is uranium-bearing and one of the largest contributors to Northeast Ohio's elevated radon profile. Akron's hillside terrain produces hillside-foundation homes that require careful depressurization layout to seal both basement and crawl-space sections.
Permits: Akron Department of Planning and Urban Development building permits may apply to slab penetration or exterior venting work. Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Radon Licensing per Ohio Admin. Code Chapter 3701-69 is required for any radon mitigation contractor performing work in Akron.
Neighborhoods we serve in Akron: Downtown, Highland Square, West Hill, Merriman Valley, Fairlawn, Cuyahoga Falls, Stow, Hudson.
All Akron radon work is performed by NRPP-certified, ODH-certified partner contractors routed through Ohio Radon Experts.
How Does Akron Compare on Ohio Radon Levels?
Summit County averages 5.5 pCi/L indoor radon — well above the EPA action level of 4 pCi/L. Here's how Akron's radon profile compares to other Ohio cities we serve.
| Metric | Akron, OH | Ohio State Average | US National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average indoor radon | 5.5 pCi/L | 4.7 pCi/L | 1.3 pCi/L |
| EPA Radon Zone | Zone 1 | Zone 1 (majority) | Varies (Zones 1–3) |
| % homes elevated (>4 pCi/L) | 44% | ~33% (1 in 3) | ~6% |
| Multiple of EPA action level | 1.4x | 2.1x | 0.3x |
| EPA action level | 4.0 pCi/L | 4.0 pCi/L | 4.0 pCi/L |
Check Your Akron Radon Test Result Against the EPA Action Level
Enter your radon test result (in pCi/L) to see whether your Akron, OH home meets the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L — and exactly what to do next based on official EPA guidance. Akron averages 5.5 pCi/L, with 44% of homes testing elevated.
Enter the picocuries-per-liter value from your charcoal canister or continuous radon monitor (CRM) report.
How the calculator maps test results to EPA guidance
| Radon level (pCi/L) | Risk tier | EPA-aligned recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0 – 1.9 | Below average — low | No action needed. Re-test every 2 years or after major renovation. |
| 2.0 – 3.9 | Elevated — EPA "consider mitigating" | Consider mitigation, especially with smokers, children, or lower-level bedrooms. Run a long-term (90+ day) test for confirmation. |
| 4.0 or higher | EPA Action Level — fix the home | Install an active radon mitigation system. EPA recommends fixing the home as soon as practical. |
Which Radon Services Are Available in Akron?
Radon Mitigation
Active radon mitigation system installation for Ohio homes — sub-slab depressurization is the most common method, reducing indoor …
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Radon Testing
Professional radon testing services for Ohio homes — short-term (2-7 day) and long-term (90+ day) testing options. Required for mo…
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Sub-Slab Depressurization Installation
Ohio's most common radon mitigation method — sub-slab depressurization (ASD) creates negative pressure beneath the basement slab, …
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Crawl Space Radon Mitigation
Sub-membrane depressurization for Ohio homes with crawl spaces — includes vapor barrier installation, sealing, and active depressu…
Learn more →Do Akron Real Estate Transactions Require Radon Testing?
Ohio Residential Property Disclosure Act (Ohio Rev. Code § 5302.30) requires sellers to disclose any known radon test results to buyers. In practice, most Akron real estate transactions now include a radon contingency in the purchase agreement — and given that 44% of Akron homes test elevated, buyers are increasingly insisting on pre-closing mitigation when results exceed 4 pCi/L.
Our partner contractor network handles closing-timeline mitigations within typical 7–14 day windows, including post-mitigation verification testing to satisfy lender and inspector requirements.
Are Winter Radon Levels Higher in Akron?
Yes. Akron's cold winters intensify radon entry through the stack effect — heated indoor air rising creates negative pressure in basements that pulls soil gas into the home at higher rates than warmer climates. Akron winter radon readings are typically 30–50% higher than summer readings.
EPA recommends radon testing under closed-house conditions, which align naturally with Akron winters. If your Akron home tested low in summer, retest in winter for an accurate baseline before deciding on mitigation.
Recent Akron Radon Mitigation Projects
Recent radon mitigation projects across Ohio — every image is geo-tagged to a specific Ohio city and entity-described for transparency and provenance. All work performed by NRPP-certified, ODH-certified partner contractors.
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What Other Ohio Cities Do We Serve Near Akron?
Columbus, OH
Franklin County · 4.8 pCi/L avg
Cleveland, OH
Cuyahoga County · 5.2 pCi/L avg
Cincinnati, OH
Hamilton County · 4.5 pCi/L avg
Toledo, OH
Lucas County · 4.6 pCi/L avg
Dayton, OH
Montgomery County · 4.4 pCi/L avg
Youngstown, OH
Mahoning County · 5.8 pCi/L avg
Canton, OH
Stark County · 5 pCi/L avg
Mansfield, OH
Richland County · 4.9 pCi/L avg
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