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Danville, PA Radon Levels

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Danville, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Montour County, PA
Zip Code 17821
Avg. User Level 5.70 pCi/L
User Tests 3

Pennsylvania's Montour County community shows an average radon level of 5.67 pCi/L, exceeding the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold due to the region's complex geology of sedimentary rocks and fractured bedrock. Local homes in zip code 17821 display a range of readings from 3.0 to 7.0 pCi/L, demonstrating how radon levels can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood. Professional radon testing and mitigation should be priorities for area homeowners.

5.70
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Danville, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Danville, PA Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
3 pCi/L Danville, PA 21-50 Years Full Basement
7 pCi/L Danville, PA Partial Basement

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Radon Readings Near Danville, PA

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Coal Township 13.5 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Shamokin Dam 13.9 mi 7.00 pCi/L 2
Lewisburg 15.0 mi 13.00 pCi/L 1
New Columbia 15.4 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Mount Carmel 16.6 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Selinsgrove 16.8 mi 11.00 pCi/L 1
Mifflinburg 22.7 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Valley View 23.5 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1

Montour County Radon Profile

Montour County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Montour County average 5.67 pCi/L across 3 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 Montour County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Danville, PA

What is the average radon level in Danville, PA?
Based on 3 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Danville is 5.70 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 Danville in?
Danville and the 17821 zip code are in Montour 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 Danville?
Radon mitigation in Danville 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 Danville?
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.