Jonestown, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Jonestown in?

Jonestown is in Lebanon County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Jonestown?

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

Lebanon County

EPA Zone 1

Situated in Lebanon County within Pennsylvania's Lebanon Valley, Jonestown sits on limestone bedrock that creates elevated radon potential throughout the region. The community's traditional Pennsylvania homes, many with stone or block basements, provide ideal conditions for radon accumulation. While specific testing data is limited, residents in zip code 17038 should prioritize radon testing given the county's geological characteristics.

Jonestown, PA Radon Mitigation

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Jonestown Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Jonestown and the 17038 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Lebanon County, PA

Zip Code

17038

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Jonestown and the 17038 zip code are located in Lebanon 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 Jonestown, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Jonestown in?

Jonestown and the 17038 zip code are in Lebanon 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 Jonestown?

Radon mitigation in Jonestown 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 Jonestown?

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