Lancaster, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What is the average radon level in Lancaster, PA?

Based on 1 user-submitted tests, the average radon level is 18.00 pCi/L.

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Lancaster in?

Lancaster is in Lancaster County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Lancaster?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

Avg: 18.00 pCi/L

Lancaster County

EPA Zone 1

1 user test

Lancaster is located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. With 1 user-submitted readings averaging 18.00 pCi/L, the area exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold, and testing is strongly recommended for homeowners in the 17601 zip code.

18.00

pCi/L average

Above EPA Action Level

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

4.0 EPA

10+

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Lancaster, Pennsylvania Radon Levels

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

Radon Level	City	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
18 pCi/L	Lancaster, PA	21-50 Years	No Basement/All Slab	Feb 2019

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Lancaster Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Lancaster and the 17601 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Lancaster County, PA

Zip Code

17601

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Avg. User Submitted Level

18.00 pCi/L

User Tests Submitted

Lancaster and the 17601 zip code are located in Lancaster County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Lancaster, PA

What is the average radon level in Lancaster, PA?

Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Lancaster is 18.00 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 Lancaster in?

Lancaster and the 17601 zip code are in Lancaster 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 Lancaster?

Radon mitigation in Lancaster 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 Lancaster?

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.

Most Active Radon Markets in Pennsylvania

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
State College	10.00 pCi/L	14
Chambersburg	10.14 pCi/L	7
Easton	12.33 pCi/L	6
Butler	12.40 pCi/L	5
Dingmans Ferry	5.80 pCi/L	5
Hanover	14.00 pCi/L	4
Mechanicsburg	13.75 pCi/L	4
Greenville	10.75 pCi/L	4
Pittsburgh	9.25 pCi/L	4
Albrightsville	9.00 pCi/L	4
Philadelphia	8.00 pCi/L	4
Lackawaxen	15.33 pCi/L	3
York	11.67 pCi/L	3
Elizabethtown	9.67 pCi/L	3
Johnstown	7.33 pCi/L	3
West Chester	6.67 pCi/L	3
Danville	5.67 pCi/L	3
Springfield	5.67 pCi/L	3
East Stroudsburg	5.00 pCi/L	3
Langhorne	4.67 pCi/L	3