Covington, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Covington in?

Covington is in Tioga County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Covington?

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

Tioga County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Tioga County in Pennsylvania's northern tier, Covington sits on shale and sandstone formations that can produce variable radon conditions. Testing data for zip code 16917 remains limited, though Pennsylvania's overall high radon potential makes testing essential. The area's mix of older farmhouses and newer homes requires attention to different foundation types and potential radon entry pathways.

Covington, PA Radon Mitigation

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Covington Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Covington and the 16917 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Tioga County, PA

Zip Code

16917

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Covington and the 16917 zip code are located in Tioga 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.

Radon FAQ for Covington, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Covington in?

Covington and the 16917 zip code are in Tioga 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.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Covington?

Radon mitigation in Covington 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 Covington?

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