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Upper Black Eddy, PA Radon Levels

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Upper Black Eddy, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Bucks County, PA
Zip Code 18972
Avg. User Level 8.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Upper Black Eddy sits in Bucks County along the Delaware River, where homes in zip code 18972 face elevated radon conditions. The area's average radon level of 8.0 pCi/L significantly exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L, requiring immediate attention from local homeowners. Testing is essential for all homes in this Philadelphia Metro community.

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Above EPA Action Level

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

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Upper Black Eddy, PA Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Upper Black Eddy area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
8 pCi/L Upper Black Eddy, PA Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Upper Black Eddy, PA

Compare radon levels in Upper Black Eddy with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Pipersville 8.0 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Hellertown 10.8 mi 13.00 pCi/L 1
Easton 12.5 mi 12.33 pCi/L 6
Quakertown 13.7 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Coopersburg 14.0 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Doylestown 14.8 mi 11.33 pCi/L 3
New Hope 14.8 mi 5.33 pCi/L 3
Center Valley 15.7 mi 11.00 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.

Radon FAQ for Upper Black Eddy, PA

What is the average radon level in Upper Black Eddy, PA?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Upper Black Eddy 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 Upper Black Eddy in?
Upper Black Eddy and the 18972 zip code are in Bucks 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 Upper Black Eddy?
Radon mitigation in Upper Black Eddy 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 Upper Black Eddy?
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.