Highlands, TX Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Highlands in?

Highlands is in Harris County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Highlands?

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

Harris County

EPA Zone 3

Located in Harris County's zip code 77562 within the Houston Metro area, Highlands sits on Gulf Coast sediments that generally produce lower radon concentrations. Testing data for this community is currently limited, making local radon assessment challenging. While coastal Texas typically sees minimal radon issues due to sandy soils and slab-on-grade construction, occasional elevated readings can occur, so testing remains advisable.

Highlands, TX Radon Mitigation

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Highlands Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Highlands and the 77562 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Harris County, TX

Zip Code

77562

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Highlands and the 77562 zip code are located in Harris 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 Highlands, TX

What EPA Radon Zone is Highlands in?

Highlands and the 77562 zip code are in Harris 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 Highlands?

Radon mitigation in Highlands 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 Highlands?

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