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Elmira, NY Radon Levels

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Elmira, NY Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Chemung County, NY
Zip Code 14901
Avg. User Level 15.00 pCi/L
User Tests 3

Located in south-central New York's Chemung County, Elmira sits in the Finger Lakes region where glacial deposits over sedimentary bedrock create conditions conducive to radon accumulation. The city's housing stock includes many older homes with full basements, particularly in the 14901 zip code area. Based on local testing data, Elmira shows an average radon level of 15.0 pCi/L, which significantly exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L and indicates immediate mitigation is recommended for affected homes.

15.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Elmira, NY. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Elmira, NY Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
5 pCi/L Elmira, NY 51-99 Years
20 pCi/L Elmira, NY 51-99 Years Full Basement

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Radon FAQ for Elmira, NY

What is the average radon level in Elmira, NY?
Based on 3 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Elmira is 15.00 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 Elmira in?
Elmira and the 14901 zip code are in Chemung 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 Elmira?
Radon mitigation in Elmira 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 Elmira?
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 New York

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

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
Brooklyn 10.80 pCi/L 5
Oneonta 6.50 pCi/L 4
Clifton Park 3.75 pCi/L 4
Elmira 15.00 pCi/L 3
Saugerties 10.67 pCi/L 3
Staten Island 4.00 pCi/L 3
New York 9.00 pCi/L 2
Yonkers 8.00 pCi/L 2
Horseheads 7.50 pCi/L 2
Poughkeepsie 16.00 pCi/L 1