Albany, TX Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Albany in?

Albany is in Shackelford County, EPA Zone Unknown.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Albany?

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

Shackelford County

EPA Zone Unknown

Set in north-central Texas within Shackelford County, this small community sits on Permian limestone and sandstone formations typical of the Rolling Plains region. The 76430 area features primarily ranch-style homes and older construction, often built on slab foundations or with shallow crawl spaces. Testing data is currently limited, though the limestone bedrock suggests homeowners should test for radon levels.

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Albany Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Albany and the 76430 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Unknown

County

Shackelford County, TX

Zip Code

76430

Predicted Screening Level

Unknown

Albany and the 76430 zip code are located in Shackelford County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A radon zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Albany, TX

What EPA Radon Zone is Albany in?

Albany and the 76430 zip code are in Shackelford County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Albany?

Radon mitigation in Albany 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 Albany?

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 Texas

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Lubbock	12.67 pCi/L	9
San Antonio	6.57 pCi/L	7
Austin	6.14 pCi/L	7
Dallas	8.00 pCi/L	5
Abilene	4.50 pCi/L	2
Houston	3.50 pCi/L	2
Plano	6.00 pCi/L	1
Frisco	3.00 pCi/L	1
Nacogdoches	No submissions	0