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Bartonsville, PA Radon Levels

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Bartonsville, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Monroe County, PA
Zip Code 18321

Located in Monroe County within Pennsylvania's Pocono Mountains region, Bartonsville lies in EPA Zone 1 where high radon potential is well-documented. The area's glacial soils over fractured bedrock create geological conditions highly favorable for radon gas migration into homes throughout zip code 18321. Due to limited testing submissions, residents are strongly advised to test their properties to determine actual radon levels and implement mitigation if readings exceed EPA guidelines.

8.45
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Monroe County average: 8.45 pCi/L, based on 20 user-submitted tests across 13 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Bartonsville itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Bartonsville, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Bartonsville 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.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Stroudsburg 2.9 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Sciota 5.9 mi 2.00 pCi/L 1
Saylorsburg 8.5 mi 5.50 pCi/L 2
Effort 8.6 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
East Stroudsburg 8.8 mi 4.75 pCi/L 4
Gilbert 9.8 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Pocono Summit 10.5 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Pocono Pines 11.5 mi 3.50 pCi/L 2

Monroe County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Monroe 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 13 cities in Monroe County average 8.45 pCi/L across 20 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 Monroe County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Bartonsville, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Bartonsville in?
Bartonsville and the 18321 zip code are in Monroe 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.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Bartonsville?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Bartonsville yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Monroe County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Bartonsville 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 Bartonsville?
Radon mitigation in Bartonsville 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 Bartonsville?
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.