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Slickville, PA Radon Levels

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Slickville, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Westmoreland County, PA
Zip Code 15684

Slickville residents in Westmoreland County should test for radon despite the current lack of local data for this Pittsburgh metro community. The area's Pennsylvanian-age bedrock and EPA Zone 1 designation indicate high radon potential across zip code 15684. Many homes in this region feature full basements where radon can accumulate to dangerous levels.

7.50
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Westmoreland County average: 7.50 pCi/L, based on 10 user-submitted tests across 8 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Slickville 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 Slickville, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Slickville 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
Export 6.1 mi 7.50 pCi/L 2
Apollo 7.3 mi 14.00 pCi/L 1
Murrysville 9.4 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Jeannette 11.0 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Greensburg 11.1 mi 6.50 pCi/L 2
Blairsville 13.4 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Irwin 15.1 mi 10.00 pCi/L 1
Verona 17.3 mi 12.00 pCi/L 1

Westmoreland County Radon Profile

The bedrock and soils beneath Westmoreland 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 8 cities in Westmoreland County average 7.50 pCi/L across 10 tests — 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 Westmoreland County.

Radon FAQ for Slickville, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Slickville in?
Slickville and the 15684 zip code are in Westmoreland 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 Slickville?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Slickville yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Westmoreland County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Slickville 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 Slickville?
Radon mitigation in Slickville 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 Slickville?
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.