Punxsutawney, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Punxsutawney in?

Punxsutawney is in Jefferson County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Punxsutawney?

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

Jefferson County

EPA Zone 2

Famous for Groundhog Day celebrations, Punxsutawney lies in Jefferson County within Pennsylvania's Appalachian plateau region. The area's Pennsylvanian-age sandstone and shale formations, combined with older homes featuring stone and block basements, create conditions where radon testing is essential. Current testing data for zip code 15767 is limited, making individual home measurements particularly important for establishing local radon patterns.

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Punxsutawney Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Punxsutawney and the 15767 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Jefferson County, PA

Zip Code

15767

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Punxsutawney and the 15767 zip code are located in Jefferson 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 Punxsutawney, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Punxsutawney in?

Punxsutawney and the 15767 zip code are in Jefferson 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 Punxsutawney?

Radon mitigation in Punxsutawney 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 Punxsutawney?

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