Caballo, NM Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Caballo in?

Caballo is in Sierra County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Caballo?

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

Sierra County

EPA Zone 2

Caballo in Sierra County occupies New Mexico's Rio Grande valley, where desert soils and volcanic geology typically result in lower radon concentrations. This rural zip code 87931 community features scattered residential properties with mixed foundation types including slab-on-grade construction common to the Southwest. Testing data for Caballo remains limited, so homeowners should consider baseline radon measurements to establish local patterns, particularly in homes with basements or below-grade areas.

Caballo, NM Radon Mitigation

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Caballo Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Caballo and the 87931 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Sierra County, NM

Zip Code

87931

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Caballo and the 87931 zip code are located in Sierra County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Caballo, NM

What EPA Radon Zone is Caballo in?

Caballo and the 87931 zip code are in Sierra County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Caballo?

Radon mitigation in Caballo 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 Caballo?

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 New Mexico

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Santa Fe	7.78 pCi/L	9
El Prado	10.40 pCi/L	5
Taos	10.50 pCi/L	2
Las Cruces	7.00 pCi/L	2
Albuquerque	4.00 pCi/L	2
Alamogordo	4.00 pCi/L	1
Clovis	No submissions	0