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Petersburg, NY Radon Levels

Check local Petersburg radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe


Petersburg, NY Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Rensselaer County, NY
Zip Code 12138
Avg. User Level 9.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Nestled in the Hoosic River valley of Rensselaer County, Petersburg sits on glacial deposits over metamorphic bedrock characteristic of the Taconic Mountains region. Current testing data shows an average radon level of 9.0 pCi/L, which significantly exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L, making radon mitigation a priority for homeowners in the 12138 area.

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pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

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

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Petersburg, NY Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
9 pCi/L Petersburg, NY 51-99 Years No Basement/All Slab

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Radon FAQ for Petersburg, NY

What is the average radon level in Petersburg, NY?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Petersburg is 9.00 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 Petersburg in?
Petersburg and the 12138 zip code are in Rensselaer 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 Petersburg?
Radon mitigation in Petersburg 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 Petersburg?
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