North Wilkesboro, NC Radon Levels
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North Wilkesboro, NC Radon Facts
Situated in the Blue Ridge foothills of Wilkes County, North Wilkesboro recorded an average radon level of 4.0 pCi/L in zip code 28659, precisely meeting EPA action guidelines. Built on metamorphic and granite bedrock typical of western North Carolina's Appalachian region, the area shows potential for radon accumulation in homes with basements or crawl spaces. While this reading falls at the EPA threshold, continued testing and monitoring remains advisable for all residents, particularly those in older homes with below-grade living areas.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in North Wilkesboro, NC. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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North Wilkesboro, NC Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the North Wilkesboro area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | North Wilkesboro, NC | 21-50 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
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Radon Readings Near North Wilkesboro, NC
Compare radon levels in North Wilkesboro with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkesboro | 4.8 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Moravian Falls | 8.9 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Purlear | 12.5 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Roaring Gap | 14.0 mi | 11.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Laurel Springs | 18.3 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Fleetwood | 22.2 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| West Jefferson | 23.4 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Harmony | 26.7 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Wilkes County Radon Profile
EPA mapping assigns Wilkes County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 4 cities in Wilkes County average 6.75 pCi/L across 4 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Wilkes County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.