Covington, TX Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Covington in?

Covington is in Hill County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Covington?

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

Hill County

EPA Zone 3

Small Hill County community in central Texas, Covington lies on limestone and clay formations that typically produce moderate radon potential. Testing data for zip code 76636 remains limited, making individual home assessment important for residents. Texas's diverse geology can create surprising variations in radon levels, even within small rural communities like Covington.

Covington, TX Radon Mitigation

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Covington Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Covington and the 76636 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Hill County, TX

Zip Code

76636

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Covington and the 76636 zip code are located in Hill 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 Covington, TX

What EPA Radon Zone is Covington in?

Covington and the 76636 zip code are in Hill 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 Covington?

Radon mitigation in Covington 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 Covington?

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