Wake Forest, NC Radon Levels
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Wake Forest, NC Radon Facts
Located in Wake County within the Raleigh Metro area, Wake Forest shows an average radon level of 4.5 pCi/L based on available testing data, which exceeds the EPA action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L. The community sits on Piedmont crystalline bedrock and weathered soils that can produce elevated radon concentrations throughout the region. With zip code 27587 showing readings ranging from 3.0 to 6.0 pCi/L, professional radon testing and mitigation consideration are recommended for area homeowners.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Wake Forest, NC. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Wake Forest, NC Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Wake Forest area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 pCi/L | Wake Forest, NC | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
| 6 pCi/L | Wake Forest, NC | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
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Radon Readings Near Wake Forest, NC
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Wake County Radon Profile
Wake County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 2, where the local geology is predicted to produce moderate indoor screening levels between 2 and 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 6 cities in Wake County average 6.73 pCi/L across 11 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Wake County.