Quakertown, PA Radon Levels
Check local Quakertown radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe
Quakertown, PA Radon Facts
Located in Bucks County within both the Philadelphia and Allentown metro areas, Quakertown shows an average radon level of 5.0 pCi/L that exceeds the EPA action threshold. The community sits in the Triassic Lowland section where red sandstone and shale bedrock contribute to moderate-to-high radon potential. Residents in zip code 18951 should prioritize radon testing and mitigation given this elevated reading.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Quakertown, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Quakertown, PA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Quakertown area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Quakertown, PA | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Quakertown, PA
Compare radon levels in Quakertown with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coopersburg | 5.0 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Sellersville | 5.7 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Center Valley | 7.8 mi | 11.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Pennsburg | 7.9 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Hellertown | 9.8 mi | 13.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Hatfield | 11.6 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Pipersville | 12.8 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Upper Black Eddy | 13.7 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Bucks County Radon Profile
Bucks 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 14 cities in Bucks County average 9.00 pCi/L across 25 tests — 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 Bucks County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.