Brevard, NC Radon Mitigation and Testing
Gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains in Transylvania County, Brevard has recorded an average radon level of 7.5 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA action threshold. Built on ancient metamorphic rock formations typical of the Appalachian foothills, homes in zip code 28712 face elevated radon risks requiring professional mitigation. The area's EPA Zone 1 classification reflects the high radon potential from underlying granite and gneiss bedrock.
Based on 4 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Brevard, NC. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
Brevard, NC Radon Mitigation
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Brevard, North Carolina Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Brevard area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation | Submitted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 pCi/L | Brevard, NC | 51-99 Years | Full Basement | Aug 2021 |
| 4 pCi/L | Brevard, NC | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space | Sep 2020 |
| 13 pCi/L | Brevard, NC | 21-50 Years | Full Basement | Apr 2020 |
| 10 pCi/L | Brevard, NC | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space | Sep 2019 |
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Brevard Radon Facts
Key details about the radon risk profile for Brevard and the 28712 zip code area.
Brevard and the 28712 zip code are located in Transylvania County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.
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Most Active Radon Markets in North Carolina
Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.
| City | Avg User Radon Level | Submissions |
|---|---|---|
| Murphy | 12.83 pCi/L | 6 |
| Blowing Rock | 10.17 pCi/L | 6 |
| Brevard | 7.50 pCi/L | 4 |
| Cary | 5.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Highlands | 4.50 pCi/L | 4 |
| Mooresville | 4.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Banner Elk | 9.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Charlotte | 7.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Denver | 4.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Hendersonville | 9.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Wake Forest | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Apex | 3.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Huntersville | 3.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Raleigh | 9.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Fayetteville | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Waxhaw | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Chapel Hill | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Clayton | No submissions | 0 |
| Fuquay Varina | No submissions | 0 |
| Holly Springs | No submissions | 0 |