Elsmere, NE Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Elsmere in?

Elsmere is in Cherry County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Elsmere?

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

Cherry County

EPA Zone 3

Deep in the Nebraska Sandhills of Cherry County, Elsmere sits on unique sandy grassland terrain where radon levels are influenced by the area's porous soils and underlying geology. The region's sandy soils over sedimentary bedrock can allow radon gas movement, though testing data for zip code 69135 is currently limited. Ranch homes and properties with basements in this sparsely populated area should be tested to determine individual radon exposure levels.

Elsmere, NE Radon Mitigation

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Elsmere Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Elsmere and the 69135 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Cherry County, NE

Zip Code

69135

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Elsmere and the 69135 zip code are located in Cherry 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 Elsmere, NE

What EPA Radon Zone is Elsmere in?

Elsmere and the 69135 zip code are in Cherry 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 Elsmere?

Radon mitigation in Elsmere 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 Elsmere?

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