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New Paris, PA Radon Levels

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New Paris, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Bedford County, PA
Zip Code 15554

Located in south-central Pennsylvania's Bedford County, New Paris sits within EPA Zone 1 where the Appalachian region's sedimentary bedrock and shale formations frequently generate elevated radon levels. The area's predominantly rural housing, including many older homes with stone foundations and traditional full basements, can facilitate radon accumulation. Professional testing is strongly recommended for zip code 15554 residents due to limited current monitoring data.

20.00
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Bedford County average: 20.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for New Paris 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 New Paris, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for New Paris 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
Schellsburg 5.5 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Martinsburg 19.4 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Johnstown 20.8 mi 7.33 pCi/L 3
Duncansville 22.8 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Hollidaysburg 25.3 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
James Creek 27.7 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Altoona 29.2 mi 6.00 pCi/L 2
Mc Connellsburg 35.5 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1

Bedford County Radon Profile

The bedrock and soils beneath Bedford County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Bedford County average 20.00 pCi/L across 1 test — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Bedford County.

Radon FAQ for New Paris, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is New Paris in?
New Paris and the 15554 zip code are in Bedford 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 New Paris?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for New Paris yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Bedford County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until New Paris 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 New Paris?
Radon mitigation in New Paris 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 New Paris?
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.