Alvarado, TX Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Alvarado in?

Alvarado is in Johnson County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Alvarado?

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

Johnson County

EPA Zone 3

Part of the Dallas Metro area in Johnson County, Alvarado sits in EPA Zone 3 where clay soils over sedimentary bedrock typically yield low radon concentrations. Testing data for zip code 76009 is limited, though most North Texas communities register below EPA action levels. The growing suburb features a mix of older ranch homes and newer subdivision development, with both slab and pier-and-beam foundations common throughout the area.

Alvarado, TX Radon Mitigation

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Alvarado Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Alvarado and the 76009 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Johnson County, TX

Zip Code

76009

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Alvarado and the 76009 zip code are located in Johnson 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 Alvarado, TX

What EPA Radon Zone is Alvarado in?

Alvarado and the 76009 zip code are in Johnson 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 Alvarado?

Radon mitigation in Alvarado 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 Alvarado?

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