Vale, NC Radon Levels
Check local Vale radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe
Vale, NC Radon Facts
Straddling the Charlotte and Hickory metros in Lincoln County, Vale has recorded an average radon level of 5.0 pCi/L, exceeding the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold. The area's location in EPA Zone 2 on Piedmont crystalline bedrock creates conditions favorable for radon accumulation in the 28168 zip code area. With elevated readings documented, residents should prioritize testing and consider mitigation systems, particularly in homes with basements or crawl spaces common to the region.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Vale, NC. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Vale, NC Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Vale area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Vale, NC | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Vale, NC
Compare radon levels in Vale with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherryville | 11.7 mi | 13.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Hickory | 15.5 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Lincolnton | 15.8 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Connellys Springs | 15.8 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Kings Mountain | 19.0 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Dallas | 19.9 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Conover | 20.0 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Morganton | 20.3 mi | 2.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Lincoln County Radon Profile
The soils and bedrock of Lincoln County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 3 cities in Lincoln County average 4.80 pCi/L across 5 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Lincoln County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.