Radon in ZIP code 19138

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ZIP 19138 lies entirely in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. EPA’s radon zone for this area: Zone 3, low potential.

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Zone 3 Philadelphia County, PA · 100% of the ZIP’s land area

Predicted average indoor screening level below 2 pCi/L.

What this means for homes in 19138

EPA built its zone map county by county in 1993, so every address in 19138 shares Philadelphia County’s prediction. The zone is a starting point, not a measurement of your house. A Zone 3 prediction is the lowest, but EPA still finds homes above the action level in these areas.

Next: read how to test your home, then check the number with the level calculator.

Radon professionals for 19138

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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 19138?

ZIP 19138 lies in Philadelphia County, which EPA places in Zone 3 (low potential).

Should I test for radon in 19138?

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 19138?

This page lists 9 professionals for the county that 19138 falls in, each checked against the state's official certification or licence list.

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Radon Test Checklist

A one-page, step-by-step checklist for running a home radon test right the first time, and what to do with the number.

  • Short-term vs. long-term test: which to use
  • Closed-house conditions and where to place the kit
  • What 2, 4 and 8 pCi/L mean and when to fix

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Sources

  1. U.S. EPA, EPA Map of Radon Zones (text version)
  2. U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 ZCTA to County Relationship File
Radon in ZIP 19138 (Philadelphia County, PA): EPA radon zone · Radon by ZIP