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Doylesburg, PA Radon Levels

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Doylesburg, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Franklin County, PA
Zip Code 17219

This Franklin County community in south-central Pennsylvania sits within the Chambersburg Metro area, where limestone valley geology and older housing stock create conditions conducive to radon accumulation. With limited testing data available for ZIP code 17219, homeowners are encouraged to establish baseline radon levels through professional testing. Franklin County's geological setting within the Great Valley makes individual home testing particularly important for health and safety planning.

8.50
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Franklin County average: 8.50 pCi/L, based on 14 user-submitted tests across 5 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Doylesburg 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 Doylesburg, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Doylesburg 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
Newville 14.3 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Chambersburg 20.7 mi 10.14 pCi/L 7
Fayetteville 22.9 mi 7.00 pCi/L 3
Carlisle 24.5 mi 11.33 pCi/L 3
Mc Connellsburg 25.1 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Huntingdon 26.0 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Orrtanna 28.2 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
James Creek 28.5 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1

Franklin County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Franklin 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 5 cities in Franklin County average 8.50 pCi/L across 14 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 Franklin County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Doylesburg, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Doylesburg in?
Doylesburg and the 17219 zip code are in Franklin 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 Doylesburg?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Doylesburg yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Franklin County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Doylesburg 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 Doylesburg?
Radon mitigation in Doylesburg 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 Doylesburg?
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.