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Glendale, KY Radon Levels

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Glendale, KY Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Hardin County, KY
Zip Code 42740
Avg. User Level 7.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Located in Hardin County in central Kentucky, Glendale sits within the Pennyroyal Plateau region where limestone bedrock creates conditions favorable to radon accumulation. With an average radon level of 7.0 pCi/L, this reading exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L, indicating potential health risks without proper mitigation. Homeowners in the 42740 zip code should consider professional radon testing and mitigation systems to reduce exposure levels.

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pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Glendale, KY. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Glendale, KY Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Glendale area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
7 pCi/L Glendale, KY 51-99 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Glendale, KY

Compare radon levels in Glendale with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Elizabethtown 5.7 mi 18.33 pCi/L 3
Vine Grove 18.7 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Bardstown 27.5 mi 12.67 pCi/L 3
Brandenburg 27.7 mi 11.50 pCi/L 2
Shepherdsville 29.9 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Lebanon 34.3 mi 11.00 pCi/L 1
Campbellsville 34.6 mi 11.00 pCi/L 1
Taylorsville 41.4 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1

Hardin County Radon Profile

The soils and bedrock of Hardin County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Hardin County average 15.50 pCi/L across 4 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Hardin County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Glendale, KY

What is the average radon level in Glendale, KY?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Glendale is 7.00 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Glendale in?
Glendale and the 42740 zip code are in Hardin 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 Glendale?
Radon mitigation in Glendale 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 Glendale?
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.