North East, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is North East in?

North East is in Erie County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in North East?

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

Erie County

EPA Zone 2

Located in Erie County along Lake Erie's shoreline, North East sits within Pennsylvania's generally moderate radon region where glacial deposits over sedimentary bedrock influence indoor air quality potential. The Erie Metro community's housing stock in zip code 16428 includes many homes with basements that could accumulate radon gas. Since specific local testing data is currently limited, residents should prioritize professional radon testing to establish baseline readings for their properties.

North East, PA Radon Mitigation

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North East, PA Radon Testing

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North East Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for North East and the 16428 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Erie County, PA

Zip Code

16428

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

North East and the 16428 zip code are located in Erie County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for North East, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is North East in?

North East and the 16428 zip code are in Erie County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in North East?

Radon mitigation in North East 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 North East?

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