Fairfield, PA Radon Levels
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Fairfield, PA Radon Facts
Located in Adams County near Gettysburg, Fairfield shows radon levels averaging 7.5 pCi/L, well above the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. This south-central Pennsylvania community in zip code 17320 sits over limestone bedrock that readily produces radon gas, which accumulates in the area's traditional basement-equipped homes. Immediate testing and professional mitigation are strongly recommended for all residents.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Fairfield, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Fairfield, PA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Fairfield area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Fairfield, PA | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
| 9 pCi/L | Fairfield, PA | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Fairfield, PA
Compare radon levels in Fairfield with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orrtanna | 7.0 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Gettysburg | 8.2 mi | 6.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Waynesboro | 11.0 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Fayetteville | 12.5 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Littlestown | 14.1 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Chambersburg | 17.9 mi | 10.14 pCi/L | 7 |
| Hanover | 20.2 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Greencastle | 20.4 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Adams County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Adams County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 5 cities in Adams County average 11.00 pCi/L across 7 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Adams County.