Pleasant Mount, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Pleasant Mount in?

Pleasant Mount is in Wayne County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Pleasant Mount?

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

Wayne County

EPA Zone 2

Located in Wayne County in northeastern Pennsylvania's Pocono region, Pleasant Mount sits over the area's complex geology of sedimentary and metamorphic rocks that contribute to moderate radon potential as indicated by the EPA Zone 2 designation. Current radon testing data for this 18453 community is limited, making individual home testing particularly valuable given the region's geological variability. The area's mix of seasonal and year-round housing, often featuring basements, warrants radon awareness among residents.

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Pleasant Mount Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Pleasant Mount and the 18453 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Wayne County, PA

Zip Code

18453

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Pleasant Mount and the 18453 zip code are located in Wayne 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 Pleasant Mount, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Pleasant Mount in?

Pleasant Mount and the 18453 zip code are in Wayne 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 Pleasant Mount?

Radon mitigation in Pleasant Mount 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 Pleasant Mount?

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