Luzerne, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Luzerne in?

Luzerne is in Luzerne County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Luzerne?

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

Luzerne County

EPA Zone 1

Positioned in Pennsylvania's Wyoming Valley within Luzerne County, this community sits over the Appalachian region's complex geology of shale, sandstone, and coal formations. The area features diverse housing from historic row homes to newer suburban developments, many with full basements typical of northeastern Pennsylvania. Testing data is currently limited for local properties, making radon testing essential for homeowners to understand their specific risk levels in this geologically variable region.

Luzerne, PA Radon Mitigation

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Luzerne Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Luzerne and the 18709 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Luzerne County, PA

Zip Code

18709

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Luzerne and the 18709 zip code are located in Luzerne 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 Luzerne, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Luzerne in?

Luzerne and the 18709 zip code are in Luzerne 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 Luzerne?

Radon mitigation in Luzerne 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 Luzerne?

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