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Horseheads, NY Radon Levels

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Horseheads, NY Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Chemung County, NY
Zip Code 14845
Avg. User Level 8.30 pCi/L
User Tests 3

Located in Chemung County within New York's Southern Tier region, Horseheads shows concerning radon activity with an average level of 7.5 pCi/L from recent testing. This reading significantly exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action level, reflecting the area's underlying bedrock formations that can contribute to elevated indoor radon concentrations. Homeowners in ZIP code 14845 should prioritize testing and consider mitigation systems, especially in homes with full basements common to this region.

8.30
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

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

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Horseheads, NY Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
10 pCi/L Horseheads, NY 21-50 Years Full Basement
5 pCi/L Horseheads, NY 0-20 Years Full Basement

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Radon FAQ for Horseheads, NY

What is the average radon level in Horseheads, NY?
Based on 3 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Horseheads is 8.30 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 Horseheads in?
Horseheads and the 14845 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 Horseheads?
Radon mitigation in Horseheads 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 Horseheads?
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