Chester, NE Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Chester in?

Chester is in Thayer County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Chester?

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

Thayer County

EPA Zone 1

Rural Chester in Thayer County sits within Nebraska's glaciated plains where thick glacial deposits over sedimentary bedrock can create favorable conditions for radon accumulation. Limited testing data is available for this small southeastern Nebraska community, emphasizing the importance of professional radon assessment for individual properties. The area's predominantly agricultural housing stock, including many older homes with full basements, should undergo radon testing.

Chester, NE Radon Mitigation

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Chester Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Chester and the 68327 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Thayer County, NE

Zip Code

68327

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Chester and the 68327 zip code are located in Thayer County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Chester, NE

What EPA Radon Zone is Chester in?

Chester and the 68327 zip code are in Thayer County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Chester?

Radon mitigation in Chester 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 Chester?

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 Nebraska

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Chadron	8.20 pCi/L	5
Lincoln	9.67 pCi/L	3
Beatrice	7.50 pCi/L	2
Seward	No submissions	0