Pisgah Forest, NC Radon Levels
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Pisgah Forest, NC Radon Facts
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Transylvania County, Pisgah Forest has recorded an exceptionally high radon reading of 20.0 pCi/L, far exceeding the EPA action level. The 28768 area sits on ancient granite and metamorphic bedrock formations rich in uranium-bearing minerals. Homes in this mountainous region, particularly those with basements or built into hillsides, face significant radon accumulation risks.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Pisgah Forest, NC. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Pisgah Forest, NC Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Pisgah Forest area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 pCi/L | Pisgah Forest, NC | — | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Pisgah Forest, NC
Compare radon levels in Pisgah Forest with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brevard | 4.8 mi | 7.50 pCi/L | 4 |
| Rosman | 11.7 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Hendersonville | 11.9 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Lake Toxaway | 16.2 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Candler | 19.3 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Tuckasegee | 22.9 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Fairview | 23.9 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Waynesville | 25.0 mi | 2.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Transylvania County Radon Profile
Because of its underlying geology, Transylvania County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 4 cities in Transylvania County average 8.29 pCi/L across 7 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 Transylvania County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.