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Morgantown, WV Radon Levels

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Morgantown, WV Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Monongalia County, WV
Zip Code 26501
Avg. User Level 5.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

This university town in Monongalia County sits along the Monongahela River valley, where Pennsylvanian sandstone and shale formations create moderate radon conditions. Available testing indicates an average level of 5.0 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA threshold and suggests that residents across zip codes 26501-26508 should implement radon mitigation systems for optimal indoor air quality.

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pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

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

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Morgantown, WV Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
5 pCi/L morgantown, WV 51-99 Years Partial Basement

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Radon FAQ for Morgantown, WV

What is the average radon level in Morgantown, WV?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Morgantown is 5.00 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 Morgantown in?
Morgantown and the 26501 zip code are in Monongalia 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 Morgantown?
Radon mitigation in Morgantown 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 Morgantown?
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 West Virginia

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

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
Charles Town 8.10 pCi/L 10
Berkeley Springs 7.70 pCi/L 10
Martinsburg 16.00 pCi/L 8
Harpers Ferry 6.57 pCi/L 7
Ridgeley 9.00 pCi/L 5
Shepherdstown 6.25 pCi/L 4
Kearneysville 5.50 pCi/L 2
Ranson 14.00 pCi/L 1
Morgantown 5.00 pCi/L 1
Charleston 3.00 pCi/L 1