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Hellertown, PA Radon Levels

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Hellertown, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Northampton County, PA
Zip Code 18055
Avg. User Level 13.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Hellertown in Northampton County within the Allentown-Philadelphia Metro corridor reports radon levels averaging 13.0 pCi/L, substantially exceeding EPA action levels and requiring immediate attention. The borough's location in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley, with limestone bedrock and glacial deposits, contributes to high radon potential throughout the area. Homes in zip code 18055 should prioritize professional radon testing and mitigation systems to protect residents from these dangerous levels.

13.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Hellertown, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Hellertown, PA Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
13 pCi/L Hellertown, PA Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Hellertown, PA

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Center Valley 5.9 mi 11.00 pCi/L 1
Coopersburg 6.1 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Easton 9.1 mi 12.33 pCi/L 6
Quakertown 9.8 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Upper Black Eddy 10.8 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Nazareth 11.3 mi 20.00 pCi/L 2
Bath 12.7 mi 14.00 pCi/L 1
Sellersville 15.2 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1

Northampton County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Northampton 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 Northampton County average 13.64 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 Northampton County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Hellertown, PA

What is the average radon level in Hellertown, PA?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Hellertown is 13.00 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 Hellertown in?
Hellertown and the 18055 zip code are in Northampton 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 Hellertown?
Radon mitigation in Hellertown 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 Hellertown?
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.