Balmorhea, TX Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Balmorhea in?

Balmorhea is in Reeves County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Balmorhea?

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

Reeves County

EPA Zone 2

Remote Reeves County in far west Texas encompasses Balmorhea, where desert geology and sparse population create unique radon considerations. Testing data for the 79718 zip code area remains very limited due to the rural nature of the region. Even in EPA Zone 2 areas like this, individual properties can still experience elevated radon levels depending on local soil conditions and home construction methods.

Balmorhea, TX Radon Mitigation

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Balmorhea Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Balmorhea and the 79718 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Reeves County, TX

Zip Code

79718

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Balmorhea and the 79718 zip code are located in Reeves 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 Balmorhea, TX

What EPA Radon Zone is Balmorhea in?

Balmorhea and the 79718 zip code are in Reeves 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 Balmorhea?

Radon mitigation in Balmorhea 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 Balmorhea?

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