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Radon in ZIP code 15870
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ZIP 15870 crosses 2 county lines. Most of its land (94.1%) is in Elk County, Pennsylvania. EPA’s radon zone for this area: Zone 2, moderate potential.
Zone 2 Elk County, PA · 94.1% of the ZIP’s land area
Predicted average indoor screening level from 2 to 4 pCi/L.
Zone 2 McKean County, PA · 5.9% of the ZIP’s land area
Predicted average indoor screening level from 2 to 4 pCi/L.
What this means for homes in 15870
EPA built its zone map county by county in 1993, so every address in each part of 15870 shares its county’s prediction. The zone is a starting point, not a measurement of your house. In a Zone 2 area many homes are fine and many are not; only a test tells you which yours is.
Because 15870 crosses county lines, your county depends on your street. Your property tax bill or county assessor site shows which county you are in. Next: read how to test your home, then check the number with the level calculator.
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Pennsylvania radon help
PA Dept. of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Radiation Protection (717-783-3594) can help with test kits, local data and credentialed professionals: www.dep.pa.gov/Business/RadiationProtection/RadonDivision/Pages/Radon-in-the-home.aspx.
Frequently asked questions
What is the radon zone for ZIP code 15870?
ZIP 15870 spans 2 counties. The highest-potential zone among them is Zone 2 (moderate potential). Elk County: Zone 2 (94.1% of the ZIP's land); McKean County: Zone 2 (5.9% of the ZIP's land).
Should I test for radon in 15870?
Yes. EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone, because radon varies from house to house. Fix the home if a confirmed result is 4 pCi/L or higher, and consider fixing between 2 and 4 pCi/L.
Are there certified radon professionals near 15870?
This page lists 1 professional for the counties that 15870 falls in, each checked against the state's official certification or licence list.
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Radon Test Checklist
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- Short-term vs. long-term test: which to use
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- What 2, 4 and 8 pCi/L mean and when to fix
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