Lecontes Mills, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Lecontes Mills in?

Lecontes Mills is in Clearfield County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Lecontes Mills?

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

Clearfield County

EPA Zone 1

Rural Lecontes Mills in Clearfield County occupies Pennsylvania's Allegheny Plateau region, where underlying sandstone and shale formations can influence radon gas migration patterns. Testing data for zip code 16850 is currently limited, making individual home testing crucial for residents. The area's combination of older rural homes and Pennsylvania's generally elevated radon potential makes professional testing a recommended safety measure.

Lecontes Mills, PA Radon Mitigation

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Lecontes Mills Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Lecontes Mills and the 16850 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Clearfield County, PA

Zip Code

16850

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Lecontes Mills and the 16850 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 Lecontes Mills, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Lecontes Mills in?

Lecontes Mills and the 16850 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 Lecontes Mills?

Radon mitigation in Lecontes Mills 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 Lecontes Mills?

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