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Shavertown, PA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Avg: 8.00 pCi/L
Luzerne County
EPA Zone 1
1 user test

Shavertown is located in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. With 1 user-submitted readings averaging 8.00 pCi/L, the area exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold, and testing is strongly recommended for homeowners in the 18708 zip code.

8.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

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

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4.0 EPA
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Shavertown, Pennsylvania Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundationSubmitted
8 pCi/L Shavertown, PA 51-99 Years Partial Basement Jul 2019

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Shavertown Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Shavertown and the 18708 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone
Zone 1 — High Risk
County
Luzerne County, PA
Zip Code
18708
Predicted Screening Level
> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
Avg. User Submitted Level
8.00 pCi/L
User Tests Submitted
1

Shavertown and the 18708 zip code are located in Luzerne 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 Shavertown, PA

What is the average radon level in Shavertown, PA?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Shavertown is 8.00 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 Shavertown in?
Shavertown and the 18708 zip code are in Luzerne 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 Shavertown?
Radon mitigation in Shavertown 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 Shavertown?
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.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
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