Browns Summit, NC Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Browns Summit in?

Browns Summit is in Guilford County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Browns Summit?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Browns Summit yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Guilford County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Browns Summit?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

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Browns Summit, NC Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

County Guilford County, NC

Zip Code 27214

Situated in Guilford County within the Greensboro metro area, Browns Summit lies in North Carolina's Piedmont region on crystalline bedrock. Testing data for zip code 27214 remains limited, though the area's granite-based geology can produce variable radon conditions. Professional testing helps determine individual home radon levels in this rolling Piedmont landscape.

6.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Guilford County average: 6.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Browns Summit itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

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Browns Summit, NC Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Browns Summit, NC

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Browns Summit yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Gibsonville	9.8 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Yanceyville	24.1 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Walnut Cove	25.7 mi	12.00 pCi/L	1
Efland	30.1 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Winston Salem	31.6 mi	6.33 pCi/L	3
Hillsborough	35.6 mi	3.00 pCi/L	1
Asheboro	36.2 mi	5.00 pCi/L	2
King	36.6 mi	3.00 pCi/L	1

Guilford County Radon Profile

Guilford County is classified as EPA Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted-risk tier, with modeled indoor screening averages below 2 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Guilford County average 6.00 pCi/L across 1 test — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Guilford County.

Radon FAQ for Browns Summit, NC

What EPA Radon Zone is Browns Summit in?

Browns Summit and the 27214 zip code are in Guilford County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Browns Summit?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Browns Summit yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Guilford County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Browns Summit homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Browns Summit?

Radon mitigation in Browns Summit 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 Browns Summit?

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.