Elkins Park, PA Radon Levels
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Elkins Park, PA Radon Facts
Current testing in Montgomery County shows Elkins Park averaging 6.0 pCi/L, well above the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold requiring mitigation consideration. This Philadelphia Metro community in EPA Zone 1 reflects southeastern Pennsylvania's complex geology where granite and schist bedrock support elevated radon levels. Properties in the 19027 area should be tested and mitigated when readings exceed EPA guidelines.
Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Elkins Park, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Elkins Park, PA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Elkins Park area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Elkins Park, PA | 51-99 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Elkins Park, PA
Compare radon levels in Elkins Park with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyncote | 1.4 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Jenkintown | 2.0 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Glenside | 2.7 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Abington | 3.5 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Philadelphia | 5.7 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Bala Cynwyd | 7.0 mi | 1.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Horsham | 7.5 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Ambler | 8.6 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Montgomery County Radon Profile
Because of its underlying geology, Montgomery 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 16 cities in Montgomery County average 8.41 pCi/L across 17 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 Montgomery County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.