Leakey, TX Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Leakey in?

Leakey is in Real County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Leakey?

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

Real County

EPA Zone 3

Deep in the Texas Hill Country of Real County, Leakey sits atop limestone formations characteristic of the Edwards Plateau region. While the area is classified in EPA Zone 3 indicating low radon potential, the limestone bedrock can occasionally produce unexpected radon levels in certain locations. With no current testing data available for zip code 78873, residents of this scenic Hill Country community should consider radon testing, particularly in homes with basement or lower-level spaces.

Leakey, TX Radon Mitigation

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Leakey Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Leakey and the 78873 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Real County, TX

Zip Code

78873

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Leakey and the 78873 zip code are located in Real 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 Leakey, TX

What EPA Radon Zone is Leakey in?

Leakey and the 78873 zip code are in Real 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 Leakey?

Radon mitigation in Leakey 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 Leakey?

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