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Houtzdale, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Avg: 14.00 pCi/L
Clearfield County
EPA Zone 1
2 user tests

Located in Clearfield County within Pennsylvania's coal region, this community sits atop Pennsylvanian-age sedimentary rocks and coal measures that can produce elevated radon concentrations. The area features older housing stock including many homes from the early-to-mid 1900s with stone or block basements typical of Pennsylvania mining communities. Current testing shows an average radon level of 14.0 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L and indicating that radon mitigation should be a priority for area residents.

14.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Houtzdale, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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4.0 EPA
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Houtzdale, Pennsylvania Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundationSubmitted
15 pCi/L Houtzdale, PA 0-20 Years Full Basement Oct 2024
13 pCi/L Houtzdale, PA 0-20 Years Full Basement Mar 2015

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Houtzdale Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Houtzdale and the 16651 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone
Zone 1 — High Risk
County
Clearfield County, PA
Zip Code
16651
Predicted Screening Level
> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
Avg. User Submitted Level
14.00 pCi/L
User Tests Submitted
2

Houtzdale and the 16651 zip code are located in Clearfield 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 Houtzdale, PA

What is the average radon level in Houtzdale, PA?
Based on 2 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Houtzdale is 14.00 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 Houtzdale in?
Houtzdale and the 16651 zip code are in Clearfield 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 Houtzdale?
Radon mitigation in Houtzdale 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 Houtzdale?
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.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
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