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Kingsley, PA Radon Levels

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Kingsley, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Susquehanna County, PA
Zip Code 18826

Remote Susquehanna County encompasses Kingsley within Pennsylvania's northeastern highlands, where Devonian shale formations create high radon potential throughout the region. The 18826 zip code area features scattered rural properties and older homes, many with stone basements that can facilitate radon entry from underlying rock formations. Testing data remains limited, making professional radon assessment crucial for homeowners in this geologically active area.

16.00
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Susquehanna County average: 16.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Kingsley 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 Kingsley, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Kingsley 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
Nicholson 8.7 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Susquehanna 16.2 mi 16.00 pCi/L 1
Sugar Run 27.0 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Old Forge 27.4 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Lake Ariel 29.0 mi 6.00 pCi/L 2
Wyoming 31.0 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Moscow 32.0 mi 19.00 pCi/L 1
Shavertown 33.6 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1

Susquehanna County Radon Profile

Susquehanna County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Susquehanna County average 16.00 pCi/L across 1 test — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Susquehanna County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Kingsley, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Kingsley in?
Kingsley and the 18826 zip code are in Susquehanna 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 Kingsley?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Kingsley yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Susquehanna County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Kingsley 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 Kingsley?
Radon mitigation in Kingsley 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 Kingsley?
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.