Peckville, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Peckville in?

Peckville is in Lackawanna County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Peckville?

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

Lackawanna County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Lackawanna County within the Scranton Metro area, Peckville (18452) sits in Pennsylvania's anthracite coal region where complex geology can produce elevated radon levels. The community's housing stock includes many older homes with full basements typical of northeastern Pennsylvania construction. Although local testing data is currently limited, the region's geological characteristics warrant proactive radon testing by homeowners.

Peckville, PA Radon Mitigation

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Peckville Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Peckville and the 18452 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Lackawanna County, PA

Zip Code

18452

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Peckville and the 18452 zip code are located in Lackawanna 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 Peckville, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Peckville in?

Peckville and the 18452 zip code are in Lackawanna 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 Peckville?

Radon mitigation in Peckville 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 Peckville?

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