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title: "How to Find a Radon Expert in Scranton, PA: Testing, Mitigation & Cost Guide | Radon Roster"
description: "Scranton, PA radon guide: 20% of 9,215 basement tests at or above 4 pCi/L (median 1.8). How to verify DEP certification, questions to ask, typical costs and real estate tips."
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# How to find a radon expert in Scranton, PA

Scranton tests lower than much of Pennsylvania, with **20%** of 9,215 basement tests at or above 4 pCi/L. That still leaves 1,814 tests over the action level, so a low average doesn't clear any single house. That's below Lackawanna County as a whole (28%) and below the statewide share (37%). The median Scranton result (1.8 pCi/L) is below the 4 pCi/L line. The Lackawanna County median is 2.3 pCi/L.

Source: computed 2026-10-11 from PA DEP's [Radon Test Results](https://data.pa.gov/Energy-and-the-Environment/Radon-Test-Results-September-1986-Current-Annual-C/vkjb-sx3k) (data.pa.gov, public domain), using tests with a Scranton municipality/mailing name. Counts tests, not homes, and includes repeat and post-mitigation tests.

## Scranton at a glance

Scranton**20%**

Lackawanna Co.**28%**

Statewide**37%**

Share of basement tests ≥ 4 pCi/L

**1.8**median pCi/L

**9,215**tests on record

**#31**of 33 guide cities

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## Scranton compared with other PA cities

Among the 33 Pennsylvania cities with guides on Radon Roster, Scranton ranks **#31** by share of basement tests at or above 4 pCi/L. About 1,814 Scranton basement tests in DEP's records were at or above 4 pCi/L. A DIY or certified test is cheap insurance even where the average is low.

Nearby city guides: [Norristown](https://radonroster.com/pa/city/norristown-pa/radon-guide/) · [King of Prussia](https://radonroster.com/pa/city/king-of-prussia-pa/radon-guide/) · [Wilkes-Barre](https://radonroster.com/pa/city/wilkes-barre-pa/radon-guide/) · [Philadelphia](https://radonroster.com/pa/city/philadelphia-pa/radon-guide/)

## Buying or selling in Scranton? Radon timing tips

* Pennsylvania sellers must give buyers a property disclosure statement before an agreement of sale is signed. The Real Estate Commission's minimum form asks whether the seller knows of hazardous substances "including... radon" and whether the property has been tested ([49 Pa. Code § 35.335a](https://www.pacodeandbulletin.gov/secure/pacode/data/049/chapter35/s35.335a.html); [68 Pa.C.S. Chapter 73](https://www.legis.state.pa.us/WU01/LI/LI/CT/HTM/68/00.073..HTM)).
* Sellers aren't required to test, but must not hide known defects (68 Pa.C.S. § 7308).
* Real estate radon tests by certified testers follow DEP anti-tampering rules, including a signed non-interference agreement ([25 Pa. Code Chapter 240](https://files.dep.state.pa.us/RadiationProtection/BureauOfRadiationProtection/BRPPortalFiles/Chapter_240_2015-04-23.pdf)). Book the test early in the inspection contingency window, because short-term tests run at least 2 days plus lab time.
* If a result is high near closing, ask certified mitigators for written quotes. Buyers and sellers often negotiate who pays for a system.

General information, not legal advice.

## How to verify a Scranton radon contractor's PA DEP certification

1. Check the name against DEP's current certified mitigation and testing lists in the [PA DEP Radon Services Directory](https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dep/programs-and-services/radiation-protection/radon-division/radon-services-directory). The lists are updated periodically, and ours were retrieved 2026-10-11.
2. Ask for the DEP certification number and photo ID. Pennsylvania requires anyone doing radon testing, mitigation or lab work for the public to be DEP-certified ([25 Pa. Code Chapter 240](https://files.dep.state.pa.us/RadiationProtection/BureauOfRadiationProtection/BRPPortalFiles/Chapter_240_2015-04-23.pdf)).
3. Still unsure? Call the PA DEP Radon Hotline at 800-237-2366.

Every firm listed for Scranton on Radon Roster shows its DEP IDs and a link to the source list.

## Nearest certified radon firms

Nearest DEP-certified firms: **2** based in Scranton (1 mitigation), **7** elsewhere in Lackawanna County (3 mitigation), and **5** mitigation firms in neighboring counties.

### Disaster Blaster Inc

✓ PA DEP certifiedMitigation

Scranton4 certified people

#### Address

* 536 N Main Ave, Scranton, PA
* ✉ [g\_lyons@disasterblaster.com](mailto:g_lyons@disasterblaster.com)
* [disasterblaster.com](https://www.disasterblaster.com/)

#### Certified individuals

* Lyons, Allen (mitigation #7235)
* Lyons, Gary (mitigation #2849)
* Lyons, Matthew (mitigation #7412)
* Schneider, William (mitigation #7299)

#### DEP cert IDs

mitigation #2848 · mitigation #2849 · mitigation #7235 · mitigation #7299 · mitigation #7412

Source: [DEP list](https://files.dep.state.pa.us/RadiationProtection/RadonDivision/RDPortalFiles/2026/10_01/CountyMitigation.pdf), retrieved 2026-10-11 · [Claim, correct or remove this listing](https://radonroster.com/claim-listing/?firm=F2848)

[**Call** (570) 963-1123](tel:5709631123)

### Affordable Radon Mitigation

✓ PA DEP certifiedMitigation

Scott Township1 certified person

#### Address

* 24 Amanda Ln, Scott Township, PA
* ✉ [radonrob42@gmail.com](mailto:radonrob42@gmail.com)

#### Certified individuals

* Vail, Jr, Robert (mitigation #1716)

#### DEP cert IDs

mitigation #1716

Source: [DEP list](https://files.dep.state.pa.us/RadiationProtection/RadonDivision/RDPortalFiles/2026/10_01/CountyMitigation.pdf), retrieved 2026-10-11 · [Claim, correct or remove this listing](https://radonroster.com/claim-listing/?firm=F1716)

[**Call** (570) 254-2242](tel:5702542242)

### Kotz, Jim

✓ PA DEP certifiedMitigation

Clarks Summit1 certified person

#### Address

* 405 Carbondale Rd, Clarks Summit, PA
* ✉ [attackradon@gmail.com](mailto:attackradon@gmail.com)

#### Certified individuals

* Kotz, Jim (mitigation #3441)

#### DEP cert IDs

mitigation #3441

Source: [DEP list](https://files.dep.state.pa.us/RadiationProtection/RadonDivision/RDPortalFiles/2026/10_01/CountyMitigation.pdf), retrieved 2026-10-11 · [Claim, correct or remove this listing](https://radonroster.com/claim-listing/?firm=F3441)

[**Call** (570) 499-0752](tel:5704990752)

### Zigga, Eric

✓ PA DEP certifiedMitigation

Throop1 certified person

#### Address

* 835 Murray St, Throop, PA
* ✉ [ezigg101@yahoo.com](mailto:ezigg101@yahoo.com)

#### Certified individuals

* Zigga, Eric (mitigation #2233)

#### DEP cert IDs

mitigation #2233

Source: [DEP list](https://files.dep.state.pa.us/RadiationProtection/RadonDivision/RDPortalFiles/2026/10_01/CountyMitigation.pdf), retrieved 2026-10-11 · [Claim, correct or remove this listing](https://radonroster.com/claim-listing/?firm=F2233)

[**Call** (570) 383-2363](tel:5703832363)

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## Questions to ask a mitigator before you sign

* Will you do diagnostic (sub-slab suction) testing before choosing fan size and suction points?
* Where will the pipe run (inside or outside), and where will the fan and exhaust go?
* What post-mitigation level do you guarantee, and what happens if the retest is high?
* Who does the follow-up test, and is it an independent certified tester?
* What warranty covers the fan and the work, and is it transferable if I sell?
* Will you seal the sump, cracks or floor-wall joints, and is that in the quote?

## What a typical Pennsylvania radon system install involves

Most systems use **active soil depressurization** ([EPA Consumer's Guide to Radon Reduction](https://www.epa.gov/radon/consumers-guide-radon-reduction-how-fix-your-home)). The installer drills a suction point through the basement slab (or seals a crawlspace with a membrane), runs PVC pipe to an inline fan, and vents the exhaust above the roofline. Then they seal major openings and add a pressure gauge. A follow-up test should confirm the level dropped. PA DEP describes the confirm-then-mitigate steps on [PA DEP: Radon in the Home](https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dep/programs-and-services/radiation-protection/radon-division/radon-in-the-home).

## Radon mitigation cost: what Scranton homeowners can expect

| Item | Typical range (national) |
| --- | --- |
| Mitigation system installed | $786-$1,274, average about $1,028 (reported range $395-$2,453) |
| Professional radon test | $150-$800 |

Source: [HomeAdvisor cost guide](https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/environmental-safety/remove-radon-gas/). These are national figures, not local quotes. Prices depend on foundation type, the number of suction points and pipe routing. Try the [estimate tool](https://radonroster.com/radon-mitigation-cost/).

## Frequently asked questions

**Do I need a radon test when buying a home in Pennsylvania?**

It isn't required by state law. The seller's disclosure form asks about known radon and past testing, and many buyers order a test during the inspection period. Real estate tests by certified testers follow DEP anti-tampering rules.

**How long does a radon test take?**

Short-term tests run 2 to 7 days. Long-term tests run more than 90 days. PA DEP suggests confirming a high short-term result before deciding on mitigation.

**How do I find a certified radon expert in Scranton, PA?**

Use a firm on PA DEP's certified lists. Radon Roster lists 2 DEP-certified firms based in Scranton and 7 more in Lackawanna County. Confirm any name in the [PA DEP Radon Services Directory](https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dep/programs-and-services/radiation-protection/radon-division/radon-services-directory) or call 800-237-2366.

**Should I test if Scranton has lower radon than other PA towns?**

Yes. Even here, 1,814 basement tests in DEP's records were at or above 4 pCi/L. EPA recommends every home be tested.

**Is radon common in Scranton?**

In PA DEP's test records, 20% of 9,215 basement tests with a Scranton address were at or above 4 pCi/L (median 1.8 pCi/L). Results vary house to house, so only a test tells you your level.

**How much does radon mitigation cost in Scranton?**

We don't have Scranton-specific price data. A national cost guide puts typical installs at $786-$1,274 (average about $1,028). Get written quotes from certified local mitigators.

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Our advice

## Before you hire in Scranton

1. Ask for the DEP cert ID and match it to the listing.
2. Get at least two written quotes for mitigation.
3. Retest after the system is installed.

PA Radon Hotline **800-237-2366**

Typical mitigation cost

$786–$1,274

National range (HomeAdvisor). No local price data; quotes vary by foundation type.

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Send one request to certified mitigators who serve Scranton.

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