Gordonville, PA Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Gordonville in?

Gordonville is in Lancaster County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Gordonville?

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

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Gordonville, PA Radon Facts

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

County Lancaster County, PA

Zip Code 17529

Situated in Lancaster County within Pennsylvania's productive agricultural region, Gordonville lies over limestone bedrock formations that can contribute to elevated radon levels. Testing data for this 17529 zip code community remains limited, making individual home testing crucial for residents. The area's traditional housing stock, including many properties with stone or concrete block foundations, may be particularly susceptible to radon infiltration.

9.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Lancaster County average: 9.00 pCi/L, based on 15 user-submitted tests across 9 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Gordonville itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

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Radon Readings Near Gordonville, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Gordonville yet, so the closest user-submitted readings from neighboring communities are shown below. Radon varies by home — testing is the only way to know your level.

Radon Level	City	Distance	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
5 pCi/L	Strasburg, PA	6.0 mi	21-50 Years	Full Basement	Mar 2024
10 pCi/L	Willow Street, PA	9.9 mi	21-50 Years	Full Basement	Mar 2025
14 pCi/L	Ephrata, PA	10.4 mi	21-50 Years	Full Basement	Mar 2021
3 pCi/L	Ephrata, PA	10.4 mi	21-50 Years	Partial Basement	Jun 2019
18 pCi/L	Lancaster, PA	10.9 mi	21-50 Years	No Basement/All Slab	Feb 2019
8 pCi/L	Morgantown, PA	13.9 mi	0-20 Years	Full Basement	Jul 2017
16 pCi/L	Lititz, PA	14.4 mi	21-50 Years	Full Basement	Mar 2024
7 pCi/L	Lititz, PA	14.4 mi	51-99 Years	No Basement/All Crawl Space	Oct 2020

Readings are drawn from the nearest cities with submitted data. Have a result for Gordonville? Submit your reading to help your neighbors.

Lancaster County Radon Profile

Lancaster 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 9 cities in Lancaster County average 9.00 pCi/L across 15 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 Lancaster County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Gordonville, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Gordonville in?

Gordonville and the 17529 zip code are in Lancaster 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.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Gordonville?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Gordonville yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Lancaster County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Gordonville 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 Gordonville?

Radon mitigation in Gordonville 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 Gordonville?

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.

Radon Levels Near Gordonville, PA

User-submitted radon levels from the cities closest to Gordonville with recorded test data. Explore nearby communities to compare local readings.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Submissions
Strasburg	6.0 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Willow Street	9.9 mi	10.00 pCi/L	1
Ephrata	10.4 mi	10.33 pCi/L	3
Lancaster	10.9 mi	18.00 pCi/L	1
Morgantown	13.9 mi	8.00 pCi/L	1
Lititz	14.4 mi	11.50 pCi/L	2
Manheim	18.7 mi	5.00 pCi/L	2
Oxford	18.7 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1