Smethport, PA Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Smethport in?

Smethport is in McKean County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Smethport?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

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Smethport, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

County McKean County, PA

Zip Code 16749

Nestled in McKean County amid Pennsylvania's Allegheny Mountains, Smethport's homes rest on Devonian shale and sandstone formations that characterize this forested region. The town's housing stock features a mix of late 1800s Victorian homes and mid-century construction, typically with full basements carved into the hillside terrain. With limited radon testing data available for zip code 16749, residents should consider professional testing to determine indoor air quality levels in this EPA Zone 2 community.

5.50

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

McKean County average: 5.50 pCi/L, based on 2 user-submitted tests across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Smethport itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

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Smethport, PA Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Smethport, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Smethport 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.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Bradford	14.2 mi	5.50 pCi/L	2
Roulette	16.4 mi	20.00 pCi/L	1
Emporium	22.6 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Saint Marys	26.1 mi	2.00 pCi/L	1
Coudersport	26.5 mi	20.00 pCi/L	1
Warren	36.3 mi	19.00 pCi/L	1
Ulysses	39.1 mi	7.67 pCi/L	3
Du Bois	49.0 mi	20.00 pCi/L	1

McKean County Radon Profile

McKean County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 2, where the local geology is predicted to produce moderate indoor screening levels between 2 and 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in McKean County average 5.50 pCi/L across 2 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 McKean County.

Radon FAQ for Smethport, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Smethport in?

Smethport and the 16749 zip code are in McKean 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 Smethport?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Smethport yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the McKean County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Smethport 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 Smethport?

Radon mitigation in Smethport 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 Smethport?

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.