Cresson, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Cresson in?

Cresson is in Cambria County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Cresson?

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

Cambria County

EPA Zone 2

Located in Cambria County in the Allegheny Mountains of Pennsylvania, Cresson sits within an EPA Zone 2 area where Appalachian geology creates moderate radon potential. The region's complex mix of sedimentary formations and coal-bearing strata in zip code 16630 can produce variable radon levels. With limited testing data currently available, residents should consider individual home testing to assess their specific radon risk in this mountainous community.

Cresson, PA Radon Mitigation

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Cresson Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Cresson and the 16630 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Cambria County, PA

Zip Code

16630

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Cresson and the 16630 zip code are located in Cambria 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 Cresson, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Cresson in?

Cresson and the 16630 zip code are in Cambria 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 Cresson?

Radon mitigation in Cresson 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 Cresson?

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