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Mills, PA Radon Levels

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Mills, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Potter County, PA
Zip Code 16937

North-central Pennsylvania's Potter County includes Mills within the Appalachian plateau region where glacial deposits over sedimentary bedrock create moderate radon potential. The rural community features traditional Pennsylvania construction with many properties having full or partial basement foundations typical of the region's climate requirements. Given limited testing data for zip code 16937, residents should conduct radon testing to assess their individual risk levels.

12.60
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Potter County average: 12.60 pCi/L, based on 5 user-submitted tests across 3 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Mills 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 Mills, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Mills 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
Ulysses 8.3 mi 7.67 pCi/L 3
Coudersport 18.2 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Wellsboro 26.1 mi 9.00 pCi/L 1
Roulette 26.4 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Emporium 41.7 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Renovo 43.7 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Bradford 48.5 mi 5.50 pCi/L 2

Potter County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Potter County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 3 cities in Potter County average 12.60 pCi/L across 5 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 Potter County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Mills, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Mills in?
Mills and the 16937 zip code are in Potter County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Mills?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Mills yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Potter County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Mills 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 Mills?
Radon mitigation in Mills 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 Mills?
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.