--- title: Financial Help for Radon Mitigation in Pennsylvania canonical: "https://radonmitigationyorkpa.net/radon-guide/radon-mitigation-financial-help-pa/" pubDate: "2026-10-01T00:00:00.000Z" updatedDate: "2026-10-03T00:18:00.000Z" author: Radon Mitigation York PA description: "Is there financial help for radon mitigation in Pennsylvania? What programs exist, what to verify, and other ways York homeowners cover the cost." --- # Financial Help for Radon Mitigation in Pennsylvania As of this writing, we could not confirm any statewide Pennsylvania grant that pays homeowners to install radon mitigation systems. PA DEP does offer some free radon test kits in limited cases. Some general home repair programs and renovation loans may cover [radon mitigation expenses](/radon-mitigation-cost/), depending on income, location and program rules. Always confirm with the program before you apply. *This article is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Programs change often. Check each one directly before relying on it.* ## Is there financial help for radon mitigation in PA? Here is what we found when we checked, sorted from most certain to least certain. ### PA DEP free test kits (confirmed) The PA DEP says it offers free radon test kits in specific cases. Parents of newborns receive a coupon for a free test kit through hospitals. Homes that screen above 100 pCi/L can receive a free short-term confirmation kit. Homes with newly installed mitigation systems may receive a free long-term test kit. See the [PA DEP radon in the home page](https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dep/programs-and-services/radiation-protection/radon-division/radon-in-the-home) for details. These programs help with testing, not with the cost of a mitigation system. ### Federal radon grants to the state (not to homeowners) EPA's State Indoor Radon Grants fund state radon programs, such as outreach and testing. They are not paid to individual homeowners for systems. ### Whole-Home Repairs Program Pennsylvania created the [Whole-Home Repairs Program](https://dced.pa.gov/programs/covid-19-arpa-whole-home-repairs-program/) in 2022 with federal pandemic relief funds. It helps homeowners at or below 80% of area median income with repairs that affect habitability, safety and energy efficiency, with grants of up to $50,000 per home under state rules. In York County, the program is run by the York County Planning Commission. The state's program description does not mention radon, funding has been limited and demand high, so ask the Planning Commission whether radon work qualifies and whether applications are open. ### USDA Section 504 Home Repair loans and grants USDA Rural Development offers home repair loans to lower-income homeowners and grants to very-low-income homeowners age 62 and older in eligible rural areas. As of this writing, loans go up to $40,000 at a fixed 1% rate over 20 years, and grants are capped at $10,000 per lifetime. Grants are for removing health and safety hazards. Some parts of York County qualify as rural and some do not, so check your address on USDA's eligibility map. Ask the USDA Rural Development office serving York County whether a radon system qualifies. ### Local housing rehabilitation programs The York County Planning Commission runs a [Home Improvement Program](https://www.ycpc.org/328/Home-Improvement-Program-HIP) for income-qualified homeowners, and the City of York has a separate owner-occupied rehab program. The county program focuses on necessary repairs such as roofing, heating, major electrical and plumbing, and it uses a pre-application and a wait list. Radon is not on its published list of repairs, so call the Planning Commission at 717-771-9870 and ask if radon work can be included. ### Renovation mortgages If you are buying or refinancing, renovation loans such as FHA 203(k) and Fannie Mae HomeStyle mortgages can roll repair costs into the loan. Ask your lender if radon mitigation can be included. ## Other ways to cover the cost Even without a grant, there are practical ways to manage the bill: 1. **Negotiate in a home sale.** If you are buying, a high radon test during the inspection period is often handled with a seller-paid system or a credit at closing. 2. **Check for a passive pipe.** If your home already has one, activation usually costs much less than a full system. 3. **Get a written quote.** Knowing the real number helps you plan and compare. Our quotes are free. 4. **Ask about payment options.** Payment terms are spelled out on your written quote, so ask about them when we visit. 5. **Talk to a tax professional.** In most cases radon mitigation is not deductible for a primary home, but there are narrow exceptions. Our guide on [is radon mitigation tax deductible](/radon-guide/is-radon-mitigation-tax-deductible/) explains the basics. ## Why it is worth acting York County is in [EPA Radon Zone 1](https://www.epa.gov/radon/epa-map-radon-zones-and-supplemental-information), the highest radon potential category. EPA estimates radon causes about 21,000 lung cancer deaths a year in the U.S. and recommends fixing homes at or above 4.0 pCi/L. Waiting for a grant that may not exist can mean months of exposure. ## How to check a program yourself - Call the program directly and ask, "Does this cover radon mitigation?" - Ask whether you must use a contractor from an approved list. - Ask whether work started before approval can be paid. Many programs say no. - Get the answer in writing. If a program needs a written quote from a DEP-certified installer, we can provide one. Pennsylvania requires DEP certification for anyone who mitigates radon for others. ## Key takeaways - We could not confirm a statewide Pennsylvania grant for radon mitigation systems. - PA DEP offers free test kits in limited cases. - General repair programs and renovation loans may help. Verify each one first. - Home sale negotiations are the most common way costs are shared. - This is not legal, tax or financial advice. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Does the federal government pay for radon mitigation? Not directly for most homeowners. Federal radon grants go to state programs. Some federal home repair programs may help in eligible areas. ### Can a landlord be required to fix radon? Rules for rentals depend on state and local law and the lease. Ask a lawyer or your local housing office. ### Will a program pay me back for work already done? Usually not. Most programs require approval before work starts. ## Next step Call [(717) 356-3035](tel:+17173563035) any time for a same-day callback and a free written quote.