Fort Washington, PA Radon Levels
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Fort Washington, PA Radon Facts
Established in Montgomery County as part of the greater Philadelphia Metro, Fort Washington's location on Pennsylvania's Piedmont region presents significant radon concerns due to underlying granite and gneiss formations. While specific testing data is limited for the 19034 zip code, the county's geological conditions warrant proactive radon testing. The area's mix of colonial-era homes and modern developments with various foundation types requires individualized assessment approaches.
Montgomery County average: 8.41 pCi/L, based on 17 user-submitted tests across 16 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Fort Washington itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Radon Readings Near Fort Washington, PA
No homeowner tests have been submitted for Fort Washington yet, so the closest user-submitted readings from neighboring communities are shown below. Radon varies by home — testing is the only way to know your level.
| Radon Level | City | Distance | Home Age | Foundation | Submitted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | Ambler, PA | 3.0 mi | 51-99 Years | Full Basement | Jun 2017 |
| 7 pCi/L | Glenside, PA | 3.2 mi | 100+ Years | Full Basement | Mar 2019 |
| 20 pCi/L | Horsham, PA | 4.2 mi | 0-20 Years | Full Basement | Oct 2024 |
| 20 pCi/L | Wyncote, PA | 4.4 mi | 51-99 Years | Full Basement | Jan 2019 |
| 8 pCi/L | Abington, PA | 4.7 mi | 51-99 Years | — | Jun 2021 |
| 7 pCi/L | Jenkintown, PA | 5.7 mi | 51-99 Years | Full Basement | Oct 2020 |
| 6 pCi/L | Elkins Park, PA | 5.8 mi | 51-99 Years | Full Basement | Mar 2023 |
| 7 pCi/L | North Wales, PA | 6.1 mi | 0-20 Years | Partial Basement | Feb 2020 |
Readings are drawn from the nearest cities with submitted data. Have a result for Fort Washington? Submit your reading to help your neighbors.
Montgomery County Radon Profile
Because of its underlying geology, Montgomery County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 16 cities in Montgomery County average 8.41 pCi/L across 17 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Montgomery County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.
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Radon Levels Near Fort Washington, PA
User-submitted radon levels from the cities closest to Fort Washington with recorded test data. Explore nearby communities to compare local readings.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Submissions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambler | 3.0 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Glenside | 3.2 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Horsham | 4.2 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Wyncote | 4.4 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Abington | 4.7 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Jenkintown | 5.7 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Elkins Park | 5.8 mi | 10.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| North Wales | 6.1 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |