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Karns City, PA Radon Levels

Check local Karns City radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe


Karns City, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Butler County, PA
Zip Code 16041
Avg. User Level 20.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Properties in Butler County show concerning radon levels averaging 20.0 pCi/L, five times the EPA action threshold. This Pittsburgh Metro community sits atop Pennsylvania's complex geology of shale and sandstone formations that facilitate significant radon gas production. Immediate professional testing and mitigation are essential for all homes in zip code 16041, particularly those with basement living areas.

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

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Karns City, PA Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
20 pCi/L Karns city, PA 0-20 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Karns City, PA

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Parker 7.0 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Butler 13.4 mi 12.40 pCi/L 5
Kittanning 16.8 mi 13.50 pCi/L 2
Grove City 22.1 mi 9.00 pCi/L 2
Cranberry 22.4 mi 1.00 pCi/L 1
Evans City 23.6 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Zelienople 26.5 mi 5.00 pCi/L 2
Mars 26.7 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1

Butler County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Butler 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 6 cities in Butler County average 9.91 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 Butler County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Karns City, PA

What is the average radon level in Karns City, PA?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Karns City is 20.00 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 Karns City in?
Karns City and the 16041 zip code are in Butler 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 Karns City?
Radon mitigation in Karns City 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 Karns City?
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.