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Tremont, PA Radon Levels

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Tremont, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Schuylkill County, PA
Zip Code 17981

Nestled in Pennsylvania's coal region within Schuylkill County, Tremont sits on sedimentary rocks and coal-bearing formations that can contain naturally occurring uranium. Testing data for zip code 17981 remains limited, but the area's mining history and underlying geology make radon testing particularly important for homes built on or near former mining sites.

16.67
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Schuylkill County average: 16.67 pCi/L, based on 3 user-submitted tests across 3 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Tremont 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 Tremont, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Tremont 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
Pine Grove 5.7 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Valley View 8.1 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Pottsville 10.0 mi 10.00 pCi/L 1
Mount Carmel 11.2 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Coal Township 13.8 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Lebanon 19.3 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Annville 21.5 mi 14.00 pCi/L 1
Mohrsville 22.6 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1

Schuylkill County Radon Profile

Schuylkill 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 3 cities in Schuylkill County average 16.67 pCi/L across 3 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 Schuylkill County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Tremont, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Tremont in?
Tremont and the 17981 zip code are in Schuylkill 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 Tremont?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Tremont yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Schuylkill County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Tremont 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 Tremont?
Radon mitigation in Tremont 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 Tremont?
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.