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Butler, PA Radon Levels

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Butler, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Butler County, PA
Zip Code 16001
Avg. User Level 12.40 pCi/L
User Tests 5

Located in western Pennsylvania's Butler County within the Pittsburgh Metro area, Butler shows an average radon level of 12.4 pCi/L based on recent testing. This reading significantly exceeds the EPA action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L, reflecting the region's uranium-bearing shale and limestone bedrock that contribute to elevated radon concentrations throughout southwestern Pennsylvania.

12.40
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 5 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Butler, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Butler, PA Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Butler area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
20 pCi/L Butler, PA 21-50 Years Full Basement
5 pCi/L Butler, PA 21-50 Years Full Basement
7 pCi/L Butler, PA 21-50 Years Full Basement
20 pCi/L BUTLER, PA 0-20 Years Full Basement
10 pCi/L Butler, PA 51-99 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Butler, PA

Compare radon levels in Butler with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Evans City 10.2 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Zelienople 13.2 mi 5.00 pCi/L 2
Mars 13.4 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Karns City 13.4 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Cranberry Twp 16.5 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Gibsonia 16.6 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Parker 19.7 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Kittanning 20.4 mi 13.50 pCi/L 2

Butler County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Butler 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 6 cities in Butler County average 9.91 pCi/L across 11 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 Butler County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Butler, PA

What is the average radon level in Butler, PA?
Based on 5 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Butler is 12.40 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Butler in?
Butler and the 16001 zip code are in Butler 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.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Butler?
Radon mitigation in Butler 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 Butler?
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.