Environmental
A Pennsylvania home buyer discovers high radon levels (8 pCi/L) during the inspection period. The EPA action level is 4 pCi/L. What should the buyer do?
AImmediately cancel the contract — the house cannot be remediated
BRequest the seller install radon mitigation or negotiate a price reduction; mitigation typically costs $800–$2,500✓ Correct
CIgnore it since radon is a naturally occurring gas
DNotify PADEP immediately before taking any action
Explanation
Radon levels above the EPA action level of 4 pCi/L should be mitigated. Active soil depressurization (ASD) systems are effective at reducing radon and typically cost $800–$2,500 in Pennsylvania.
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