Radon in ZIP code 19703

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ZIP 19703 lies entirely in New Castle County, Delaware. EPA’s radon zone for this area: Zone 2, moderate potential.

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Zone 2 New Castle County, DE · 100% of the ZIP’s land area

Predicted average indoor screening level from 2 to 4 pCi/L.

What this means for homes in 19703

EPA built its zone map county by county in 1993, so every address in 19703 shares New Castle 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.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the radon zone for ZIP code 19703?

ZIP 19703 lies in New Castle County, which EPA places in Zone 2 (moderate potential).

Should I test for radon in 19703?

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.

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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
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