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Yorktown Heights, NY Radon Levels

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Yorktown Heights, NY Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)
County Westchester County, NY
Zip Code 10598
Avg. User Level 5.30 pCi/L
User Tests 3

This affluent Westchester County community north of New York City sits on crystalline bedrock that contributes to the area's moderate radon levels. Yorktown Heights shows a 5.5 pCi/L average radon level that exceeds EPA guidelines, with readings in zip code 10598 ranging from 5.0 to 6.0 pCi/L. The area's predominantly split-level and colonial homes with basement construction require professional radon testing and potential mitigation.

5.30
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Yorktown Heights, NY. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Yorktown Heights, NY Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Yorktown Heights area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
6 pCi/L Yorktown Heights, NY 21-50 Years Partial Basement
5 pCi/L Yorktown Heights, NY 51-99 Years Partial Basement

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Radon FAQ for Yorktown Heights, NY

What is the average radon level in Yorktown Heights, NY?
Based on 3 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Yorktown Heights is 5.30 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Yorktown Heights in?
Yorktown Heights and the 10598 zip code are in Westchester County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Yorktown Heights?
Radon mitigation in Yorktown Heights 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 Yorktown Heights?
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 New York

Cities in New York with the most user-submitted radon test data, ranked by number of submissions.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
Brooklyn 10.80 pCi/L 5
Oneonta 6.50 pCi/L 4
Clifton Park 3.75 pCi/L 4
Elmira 15.00 pCi/L 3
Saugerties 10.67 pCi/L 3
Staten Island 4.00 pCi/L 3
New York 9.00 pCi/L 2
Yonkers 8.00 pCi/L 2
Horseheads 7.50 pCi/L 2
Poughkeepsie 16.00 pCi/L 1