Carencro, LA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Carencro in?

Carencro is in Lafayette Parish County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Carencro?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

Lafayette Parish County

EPA Zone 3

Located just north of Lafayette in Lafayette Parish, Carencro sits within Louisiana's coastal plain where clay soils over sedimentary formations typically produce lower radon levels. The growing community features newer subdivision homes and established neighborhoods, most built on slab foundations typical of the Gulf Coast region. Testing data for zip code 70520 remains limited, though the geology generally presents lower radon risk.

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Carencro Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Carencro and the 70520 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Lafayette Parish County, LA

Zip Code

70520

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Carencro and the 70520 zip code are located in Lafayette Parish County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A radon zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Carencro, LA

What EPA Radon Zone is Carencro in?

Carencro and the 70520 zip code are in Lafayette Parish County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Carencro?

Radon mitigation in Carencro typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most homes with standard basements can be mitigated with a sub-slab depressurization system in the $1,000–$1,500 range. Factors that can increase cost include complex foundations, crawl spaces, or very high radon levels.

Should I test for radon if I'm buying a home in Carencro?

Yes. Radon testing should be part of every home purchase. A short-term radon test is typically included as part of the home inspection process and costs $150–$250. If elevated levels are found, you can negotiate mitigation as part of the sale.

Most Active Radon Markets in Louisiana

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
New Orleans	8.00 pCi/L	1