Orleans, NE Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Orleans in?

Orleans is in Harlan County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Orleans?

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

Harlan County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Harlan County's agricultural plains, Orleans sits atop Nebraska's loess deposits and Cretaceous shale formations that typically generate elevated radon levels across the central Great Plains. Limited testing data makes individual home assessment essential, especially given that this rural community features older housing stock with basements where radon concentrations tend to accumulate. Residents should prioritize testing given the high radon potential of the surrounding geological formations.

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Orleans Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Orleans and the 68966 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Harlan County, NE

Zip Code

68966

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Orleans and the 68966 zip code are located in Harlan 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 Orleans, NE

What EPA Radon Zone is Orleans in?

Orleans and the 68966 zip code are in Harlan 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 Orleans?

Radon mitigation in Orleans 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 Orleans?

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