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Burke, VA Radon Levels

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Burke, VA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Fairfax County, VA
Zip Code 22015
Avg. User Level 5.70 pCi/L
User Tests 3

Situated in Fairfax County within the Washington Metro area, Burke lies on Piedmont crystalline bedrock that can contribute to elevated radon levels throughout northern Virginia. Testing data reveals an average radon level of 5.67 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA action level and requires mitigation consideration. The community's predominantly suburban housing from the 1970s-1990s features many split-level and colonial homes with full basements where radon can accumulate.

5.70
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Burke, VA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Burke, VA Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
4 pCi/L Burke, VA 21-50 Years
7 pCi/L Burke, VA 21-50 Years Partial Basement
6 pCi/L Burke, VA 21-50 Years No Basement/All Slab

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Radon FAQ for Burke, VA

What is the average radon level in Burke, VA?
Based on 3 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Burke is 5.70 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 Burke in?
Burke and the 22015 zip code are in Fairfax 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 Burke?
Radon mitigation in Burke 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 Burke?
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 Virginia

Cities in Virginia with the most user-submitted radon test data, ranked by number of submissions.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
Fredericksburg 7.29 pCi/L 7
King George 7.17 pCi/L 6
Leesburg 9.80 pCi/L 5
Chantilly 9.60 pCi/L 5
Fancy Gap 9.40 pCi/L 5
Williamsburg 5.80 pCi/L 5
Purcellville 10.75 pCi/L 4
Aldie 8.00 pCi/L 4
Front Royal 7.75 pCi/L 4
Bristol 7.50 pCi/L 4