Radon Testing & Mitigation in Jersey Shore, PA
High radon risk from Devonian shale formations lining the West Branch Susquehanna valley. Jersey Shore sits where Pine Creek enters the Susquehanna, on fractured Devonian shale and siltstone with naturally elevated uranium. The valley's relatively narrow profile at this point concentrates residential development on the geological formations most productive for radon. Lycoming County's consistently elevated testing data confirms the area-wide risk.
High Radon Risk Area
Jersey Shore sits in EPA Zone 1 — testing is recommended for every home regardless of age or foundation type.
Radon Testing in Jersey Shore
In Jersey Shore-area ZIP codes, 49% of 1,151 basement tests reported to PA DEP measured 4.0 pCi/L or higher, with a median of 3.8 pCi/L. Readings differ from house to house, so each home needs its own test. Start with a short-term test of 48–96 hours on the lowest lived-in level. A long-term test of 90 days or more averages out seasonal swings.
A result at or above EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action level calls for a confirming test or mitigation. Retest after a mitigation system goes in, and at least every two years from then on. Pennsylvania requires DEP certification for anyone who tests as a paid service; you may test your own home with a kit from a DEP-certified laboratory. For a home sale, read the Pennsylvania real estate radon testing guide.
Local Geology & Risk Factors
Jersey Shore is located in an area with Appalachian Plateau / West Branch Susquehanna Devonian Shale Valley geology, which contributes to elevated radon levels. The Pennsylvania DEP identifies this region as having significant radon potential due to uranium-bearing rock formations.
Testing is essential because radon levels can vary significantly between neighboring homes based on construction, soil permeability, and ventilation.
See Pennsylvania radon levels and EPA radon zone classifications →
Quick Facts
- Median home value: $148,500 · Median year built: 1938
- Population: 4,133
- Foundation types: Basement (predominant in borough homes); Stone foundation (pre-1920 structures); Crawlspace (hillside homes)
Lycoming County Context
Jersey Shore is a municipality of Lycoming County, EPA Zone 1. Zone designation is assigned at the county level, so Jersey Shore inherits its classification; countywide aggregate figures live on the county page.
See Lycoming County radon aggregate data →Measured Radon Data for Jersey Shore
These figures cover every test whose ZIP code is listed above. ZIP codes do not follow municipal lines, so the figures describe Jersey Shore-area ZIP codes, not the municipal boundary of Jersey Shore. They count tests, not homes.
Source: PA Department of Environmental Protection, Radon Test Results, data.pa.gov. Tests through July 2026. Retrieved September 29, 2026.
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Radon Mitigation Cost in Jersey Shore
Active sub-slab depressurization (ASD) systems in Jersey Shore typically cost $875–$2,250. Standard basement installs on modern poured concrete fall at the lower end; historic foundations, block-wall depressurization, multi-point suction, and crawlspace encapsulation push costs higher.
Foundations covered locally
- Basement (predominant in borough homes)
- Stone foundation (pre-1920 structures)
- Crawlspace (hillside homes)
Systems used in the region
- Active sub-slab depressurization
- Block wall depressurization
- Sub-membrane depressurization (crawlspace)
Certification & Compliance
All Pennsylvania radon testing and mitigation professionals must hold active PA DEP certification. Ask any contractor for their certification number and verify it before signing.
Pennsylvania's Real Estate Seller Disclosure Law (68 Pa.C.S. §§ 7301–7315) requires sellers to disclose known material defects to buyers under § 7303; the mandated disclosure form records radon under § 7304(b)(14). Sellers who have never tested are not compelled to test — § 7308 imposes no affirmative duty to investigate — but pre-listing testing is standard practice across most PA markets.
Under 25 Pa. Code § 240 — the Pennsylvania chapter governing radon certification — every radon service provider working in the Commonwealth must hold current DEP certification. Verify the contractor's status via the DEP Radon Services Directory before hiring.
Verify Contractor Certification — PA DEP Official Directory for Jersey Shore, Lycoming County
View PA DEP Certified Contractor DirectoryThe PA Department of Environmental Protection maintains the official list of certified radon testers and mitigators, sorted by county and updated monthly. Always verify certification before hiring any contractor.
Directory resource provided by PA DEP Bureau of Radiation Protection, Radon Division.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the West Branch Susquehanna valley geology affect radon in Jersey Shore?
Jersey Shore sits in the West Branch Susquehanna valley where fractured Devonian shale and siltstone line the valley walls and floor. These formations contain naturally elevated uranium from their marine depositional environment. The valley's narrow profile at the Pine Creek confluence concentrates residential development on the most radon-productive rock. Valley-floor homes may also face radon migrating laterally through permeable alluvial deposits.
Is radon risk different between valley-floor and hillside homes in Jersey Shore?
Both positions carry risk, but through different mechanisms. Valley-floor homes sit on alluvial deposits over fractured shale and may face radon from both below and lateral migration through permeable gravels. Hillside homes are often built on exposed Devonian shale with thin soil cover, providing shorter and more direct radon pathways. Individual home testing is essential regardless of elevation.
What does radon mitigation cost in Jersey Shore?
Jersey Shore area radon mitigation typically costs $875–$2,250. Hillside homes with crawlspaces may require sub-membrane depressurization. Older borough homes with stone or block foundations cost more than standard construction. Request quotes from DEP-certified Lycoming County contractors.
What share of radon tests in Jersey Shore-area ZIP codes are at or above the EPA action level?
49% of the 1,151 basement tests reported to PA DEP from Jersey Shore-area ZIP codes measured 4.0 pCi/L or higher, 12 points above the 37% statewide share. The median result is 3.8 pCi/L. Of 234 first-floor tests, 19% measured 4.0 pCi/L or higher. The figures cover the ZIP codes listed on this page, not the municipal boundary, and they count tests, not homes.
Do homes in Jersey Shore need to be tested for radon?
Lycoming County is EPA Zone 1 — the highest radon-potential classification — so every home in Jersey Shore should be tested regardless of age, foundation type, or neighborhood. Short-term charcoal or continuous monitor tests take 48–96 hours and cost $15–$50; long-term alpha-track tests run 90 days and better represent annual averages. If the result meets or exceeds 4.0 pCi/L, mitigation by a DEP-certified professional is recommended.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Jersey Shore?
Active sub-slab depressurization (ASD) systems in the Jersey Shore area typically cost $875–$2,250. Standard basement installations on modern poured-concrete foundations fall at the lower end; historic foundations, block-wall depressurization, multi-point suction, and crawlspace encapsulation push costs toward the upper end. All work must be performed by a DEP-certified mitigation professional under 25 Pa. Code § 240.
Is radon disclosure required when selling a home in Jersey Shore?
Pennsylvania's Real Estate Seller Disclosure Law (68 Pa.C.S. §§ 7301–7315) requires residential sellers to disclose known material defects to buyers (§ 7303). The state-mandated disclosure form covers 'presence of hazardous substances' at § 7304(b)(14) — where any known elevated radon test result or existing mitigation system is recorded. Sellers who have never tested are not required to test: § 7308 imposes no affirmative duty to investigate. In Jersey Shore, the practical reality is that most buyers request radon testing during the inspection contingency period. Sellers who test and mitigate before listing eliminate the most common contract contingency and preserve negotiating position.
Which ZIP codes does the Jersey Shore radon data cover?
The Jersey Shore radon dataset on this page covers ZIP code 17740. These are the ZCTAs assigned to Jersey Shore in the Census 2020 ZCTA-to-Place relationship file, and the page counts every test in the PA DEP record on data.pa.gov that carries one of them. A ZIP code can reach into a neighboring municipality, so the figures describe these ZIP codes rather than Jersey Shore's municipal boundary.
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