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Taneytown, MD Radon Levels

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Taneytown, MD Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Carroll County, MD
Zip Code 21787
Avg. User Level 20.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Situated in Carroll County within the Baltimore Metro area, Taneytown records an average radon level of 20.0 pCi/L from available testing, five times higher than the EPA action level. The area's Piedmont geology features weathered bedrock and clay soils that can concentrate radon gas, while many homes include full basements common to Maryland's historic residential architecture. Residents in zip code 21787 should consider radon testing a high priority given these significantly elevated readings.

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pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

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

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Taneytown, MD Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
20 pCi/L Taneytown, MD 0-20 Years Full Basement

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Radon FAQ for Taneytown, MD

What is the average radon level in Taneytown, MD?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Taneytown is 20.00 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 Taneytown in?
Taneytown and the 21787 zip code are in Carroll 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 Taneytown?
Radon mitigation in Taneytown 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 Taneytown?
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 Maryland

Cities in Maryland with the most user-submitted radon test data, ranked by number of submissions.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
Frederick 8.29 pCi/L 7
Potomac 9.00 pCi/L 6
Hagerstown 8.67 pCi/L 6
Westminster 14.50 pCi/L 4
Baltimore 7.00 pCi/L 4
Annapolis 4.25 pCi/L 4
Upper Marlboro 15.00 pCi/L 3
Edgewater 12.67 pCi/L 3
Bowie 9.00 pCi/L 3
Frostburg 8.67 pCi/L 3