New Braunfels, TX Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is New Braunfels in?

New Braunfels is in Comal County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in New Braunfels?

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

Comal County

EPA Zone 3

Located in Comal County between the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas, New Braunfels is designated as EPA Zone 3, suggesting lower radon risk. Testing data for this growing Texas Hill Country community across multiple zip codes (78130, 78132) remains limited. While Texas generally experiences lower radon levels, the area's limestone geology can occasionally create pockets of elevated radon that warrant testing.

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New Braunfels Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for New Braunfels and the 78130 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Comal County, TX

Zip Code

78130

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

New Braunfels and the 78130 zip code are located in Comal 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 New Braunfels, TX

What EPA Radon Zone is New Braunfels in?

New Braunfels and the 78130 zip code are in Comal 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 New Braunfels?

Radon mitigation in New Braunfels 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 New Braunfels?

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