West Middlesex, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is West Middlesex in?

West Middlesex is in Mercer County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in West Middlesex?

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

Mercer County

EPA Zone 2

Situated in northwestern Pennsylvania's Mercer County within the Pittsburgh Metro region, West Middlesex is built over glacial deposits and underlying Paleozoic bedrock that can facilitate radon entry into homes. The borough's housing consists primarily of older homes from the early 1900s through mid-century, many featuring basement foundations typical of western Pennsylvania construction. Testing data for zip code 16159 is currently limited, making home radon testing recommended for all residents.

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West Middlesex Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for West Middlesex and the 16159 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Mercer County, PA

Zip Code

16159

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

West Middlesex and the 16159 zip code are located in Mercer County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for West Middlesex, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is West Middlesex in?

West Middlesex and the 16159 zip code are in Mercer 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.

How much does radon mitigation cost in West Middlesex?

Radon mitigation in West Middlesex 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 West Middlesex?

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 Pennsylvania

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
State College	10.00 pCi/L	14
Chambersburg	10.14 pCi/L	7
Easton	12.33 pCi/L	6
Butler	12.40 pCi/L	5
Dingmans Ferry	5.80 pCi/L	5
Hanover	14.00 pCi/L	4
Mechanicsburg	13.75 pCi/L	4
Greenville	10.75 pCi/L	4
Pittsburgh	9.25 pCi/L	4
Albrightsville	9.00 pCi/L	4
Philadelphia	8.00 pCi/L	4
Lackawaxen	15.33 pCi/L	3
York	11.67 pCi/L	3
Elizabethtown	9.67 pCi/L	3
Johnstown	7.33 pCi/L	3
West Chester	6.67 pCi/L	3
Danville	5.67 pCi/L	3
Springfield	5.67 pCi/L	3
East Stroudsburg	5.00 pCi/L	3
Langhorne	4.67 pCi/L	3